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fiery -> Any idea on Benadryl dosage? (9/13/2009 12:34:28 PM)

I know you can give dogs Benadryl for their allergies. Any idea on how much the dosage is per their weight?



dianerene -> RE: Any idea on Benadryl dosage? (9/13/2009 10:24:22 PM)

oh wow! no idea.  could you call a pet store?



ChristineB -> RE: Any idea on Benadryl dosage? (9/16/2009 8:59:04 AM)

Hmm, I would probably call the vet instead.  Benadryl is a pretty serious antihistamine, I wouldn't want to be wrong in the dosage...or poor Fido will be sleeping for days, lol. [:'(]



fiery -> RE: Any idea on Benadryl dosage? (10/3/2009 4:26:49 PM)

I forgot to come back and say I found it.

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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an anti-histamine medication that's given to dogs to treat allergic reactions that include itching and swelling. The most common Benadryl dosage for dogs is 1 mg per each 1 pound of body weight, therefore a 20-pound dog would receive a 20 mg dose of Benadryl. Benadryl should be given to the dog every 12 hours. Drowsiness is the most common side-effect seen in a dog who has been given Benadryl.


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