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So it's an understandable reaction to want to do something â anything â to provide the dog pain relief as soon as possible. However, as tempting as it may be to reach for an over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen, aspirin, or acetaminophen and give it to the family dog, you must avoid them at all costs.
Benadryl, or another branded antihistamine, can be incredibly useful for treating allergies, bug bites, or other causes of itchy skin. Buffered aspirin is an excellent anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. Even Dramamine can be used for dogs with motion sickness, and Immodium can treat diarrhea. However, dosages for dogs are much different than for humans. Use the chart below to determine if your OTC medication is dog (and cat) safe and how much should be administered. Always check with your veterinarian that understands your petâs health and history before giving any medications. Additionally, be certain that youâre using only the medication listed, not other ingredients. Many antihistamines, for example, include added decongestants that can be lethal for your dog.