Top 5 Over-the-Counter Human Medications for Pets

💊Antacids like Pepcid can be used to treat dogs and cats with nausea or renal failure.

🤢Gravol, an antinauseant, can be given to dogs for vomiting caused by various factors.

💩Loperamide, an antidiarrheal, is effective in treating diarrhea in dogs and cats, but caution is needed for dogs with the MDR1 gene mutation.

🌡️Cetirizine, an antihistamine, provides 24-hour relief for dogs with allergic reactions and itching.

👂🐶A combination of clotrimazole and hydrocortisone is a great option for treating recurring ear infections and skin issues in dogs.

Can I give Pepcid to my dog with nausea?

—Yes, Pepcid is safe and effective for dogs with nausea or renal failure.

What can I give my dog for vomiting?

—You can give your dog Gravol, which is safe and commonly used for vomiting in dogs.

Is loperamide safe for dogs with diarrhea?

—Loperamide is generally safe for dogs with diarrhea, but caution is needed for dogs with the MDR1 gene mutation.

Can I use cetirizine to treat my dog's allergies?

—Yes, cetirizine is an effective antihistamine for providing relief to dogs with allergies and itching.

What can I use to treat my dog's recurring ear infections?

—A combination of clotrimazole and hydrocortisone is a great option for treating recurring ear infections and skin issues in dogs.

00:00In this video, we discover the top five over-the-counter human medications that are safe and effective for treating pets.

00:16Pepcid is a safe and effective antacid for dogs with nausea or renal failure.

00:53Gravol, an antinauseant, is commonly used to treat vomiting in dogs.

01:32Loperamide is an antidiarrheal that can be used to treat diarrhea in dogs and cats, but caution is needed for dogs with the MDR1 gene mutation.

03:04Cetirizine, an antihistamine, provides 24-hour relief for dogs with allergic reactions and itching.

03:49A combination of clotrimazole and hydrocortisone is great for treating recurring ear infections and skin issues in dogs.