Human Medicines that Your Pets Can Have
Did you know that there are some over the counter medications that you can give your pets? Its true! However, it is crucial to know what is safe and what is not before you even open the medicine cabinet. Below is a chart of safe over the counter medications for your dog or cat to take for some common illnesses and injuries. Remember though that not all dogs and cats are the same, so the number one rule to remember is: Always check with your veterinarian before giving your pet any unprescribed medications!
| Product | Dog Dosage | Cat Dosage | Common Usages |
| Benadryl | ½ mg per lb. Every 8hrs. | ½mg per lb Every 8hrs. | Used to treat Allergies, Itching, etc. |
| Buffered Aspirin | 5 mg per lb. Every 12 hrs. | Pain Relief, Anti-Inflammatory | |
| Di Gel Liquid | Up to 4 tbs. Every 8 hrs. | Up to 2 tbs. Every 8hrs. | Antacid, Antigas |
| Dramamine | Up to 50 mg Every 8 hrs. | Up to 10mg Every 8hrs. | Used to treat motion sickness |
| Imodium AD | 1 ml. per lb. Every 8 hrs. | Relieves Diarrhea | |
| Kaopectate | 1 ml. per lb. Every 2 hrs. | 1ml per lb. Every 2 hrs | Relieves Diarrhea |
| Mineral Oil | Up to 4 tbs. Daily | Up to 2 tbs. Daily | Used to relieve constipation |
| Pepto Bismol | 1 tsp. per 5 lbs. Every 6hrs. | Used to relieve vomiting, diarrhea, constipation | |
| Robitussin DM | 1 tsp. per 20lbs.Every 8-12 hrs | Relieves coughing and hacking |
NEVER GIVE YOUR DOG OR CAT TYLENOL!
Always check with your veterinarian before giving your pet any unprescribed medications!
