What antihistamines are used for dogs for different types of allergic reactions? When and how to use antihistamines for dogs

Not only people, but also pets suffer from allergies, and a veterinarian can recognize an allergic reaction and find out its cause.

He will also select the ones necessary for dogs, calculate the dosage and duration of administration. The choice of drug depends depending on the type of allergy, size and breed of the dog, severity of the disease.

Food

You can detect the development of an allergic reaction in a pet yourself by observing its behavior and periodically examining the skin and mucous membranes.

Food allergies are more often expressed in watery eyes, severe itching and appearance on the skin, dandruff, and hair loss. The dog appears bad smell from the mouth, small ulcers on the tongue and gums, yellowish discharge from the ears.

Basic drugs at food allergies:

• Astemizole;

Astemizole is effective blocker 2nd generation and is available only in tablet form.

It begins to act a day after administration, and the dosage for dogs is used at the rate of 0.35 mg active substance for every kg of weight. The drug is given to the pet 2-3 times a day, but is not used during pregnancy.

• Bicarfen;

Bicarfen copes well with food allergies by blocking serotonin, eliminating lacrimation and dermatitis. Tablets are given to the dog twice a day at 1.5 g/kg body weight for a week.

• Suprastin.

Suprastin is one of the most popular drugs used both for treating people and for large breeds dogs. It is not used during pregnancy, and the dosage is calculated individually, but not less than 0.15 g/kg daily, in 2-3 doses.

Along with medications, it is necessary compliance strict diet , and if complications occur, antibiotics may be prescribed.

Epidermal

Epidermal (skin) allergies occur for various reasons.

This is how a dog’s reduced immunity reacts to inappropriate shampoo and soap, dust or certain medications.

The reaction may occur to the fur of other animals, chemical substances, synthetic fabrics, which is typical only for puppies and young animals. Symptoms of skin allergies are severe itching on a certain area of ​​the body, the appearance of dandruff and redness of the skin.

Drugs for skin rash:

• Tavegil;

Tavegil is used both in the form of tablets and solution for injection (0.1%). The drug gained popularity thanks to long-term action and a minimum of side effects.

Injections and tablets are used in the same dosage: 0.02 mg/kg twice a day. Moreover, injections are given not only intramuscularly, but also subcutaneously.

• Fenistil.

Fenistil is used externally, lubricating the affected areas of the body with a thin layer. Carry out the procedure 1-2 times a day, making sure that the pet does not lick the drug until it is completely absorbed.

IN severe cases epidermal allergy develops into anaphylactic shock or, which requires urgent contact with a veterinarian.

The main condition successful therapy is complete elimination of contact with the allergen.

Insect

An allergic reaction to insect bites (fleas, mosquitoes, ticks, lice) is called an allergic reaction.

It manifests itself in different ways, from skin rashes to conjunctivitis and bronchospasm.

The first step in treating such an allergy should be eliminating direct contact dogs with blood-sucking insects. It is urgent to treat the animal for fleas and ticks and give an antihistamine.

Used against insect allergies:

• Loratadine;

Loratadine is often used in the treatment of all types of allergies; it perfectly eliminates itching, swelling, and lacrimation. Tablets are prescribed for quick relief and elimination of symptoms, and the dosage is selected individually.

As a rule, the drug is given once at the rate of 0.15 mg per kg of body weight. The medicine is well tolerated, but in rare cases, vomiting may occur. It is not prescribed to pregnant and lactating dogs.

• Cyprodine;

Cyprodine works well for insect bites and hives, but you should consult a veterinarian before use. The dosage should be individualized based on weight, with an average of about 0.1 mg/kg, twice or thrice daily.

• Zyrtec.

Zyrtec copes well not only with insect allergies, but also with any other negative reactions. Treatment lasts up to a month, and single dose determined by the attending veterinarian, depending on the age, weight and health of the dog.

Possible adverse reactions include the development of diarrhea, which is easily eliminated simultaneous administration special sorbents.

For treatment all types of allergies Diazolin is used. Its use in the treatment of small dwarf breeds and weakened elderly dogs. The drug is very effective, despite the fact that it contributes to slight depression of the central nervous system. The dog is given the medicine at a dose of 3 mg/kg once.

Ecological

An environmental allergy is a reaction of the body on conditions environment (dust, mold, exhaust gases, tobacco smoke). In some cases, such reactions are seasonal, but more often they are permanent.

Distinguish 2 types environmental allergies:

1. atopic, caused by a genetic predisposition to exposure to external irritants;
2. contact, which occurs when an animal comes into direct contact with an allergen.

The first type of reaction is seasonal, and you can get rid of the second by simply eliminating the pet’s contact with the substance or object that causes negative reaction.

Main drugs:

• Cetrin;

Cetrin belongs to the second generation drugs, and the duration of therapy reaches several months. The tablets do not cause drowsiness or serious adverse reactions, and the dog is given a quarter or half of a tablet once a day.

• Allervet 1%;

Allervet 1% is veterinary drug, which is used not only for quick fix symptoms, but also for long-term treatment allergies. It is administered intramuscularly at least 2 times a day, 1 ml for every 5 kg of animal weight.

• Pipolfen.

Pipolfen is also prescribed for dogs of small and large breeds. It effectively eliminates swelling, skin manifestations, itching, dermatitis and urticaria. It is available in the form of dragees or tablets, and dogs are given 1-1.5 mg per kg of animal body weight at intervals of at least 12 hours.

Treatment of allergies in pets must be comprehensive and include not only taking antihistamines, but also antibiotics and glucocorticosteroids.

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Features of allergies in dogs and its classification

An allergy is an abnormally increased reaction of the body to some foreign substance that has entered it by any means. Under normal circumstances, everything foreign and harmful is simply removed from the body, but in allergy sufferers a certain inflammatory reaction occurs with the release of histamine into the blood. It is this substance that makes itself felt by redness, rashes and itching anywhere on the body.

Often this pathology It has genetic predisposition, and the strength of its manifestation depends on the amount of allergen entering the body.

Features of the flow:

• more severe symptoms (especially in the manifestation of itching) than in other warm-blooded animals and humans;
• large list of allergens;
• increased manifestations over the years;
• The condition primarily affects the skin of dogs.

The most unpleasant complication allergic reactions are scratches and wounds that appear due to strong uncontrolled scratching. Open wound surfaces serve as entry gates for pathogenic bacteria, so the process is often complicated purulent inflammation in places of scratching.

The parts of the body that are most often affected by allergies in dogs can be seen in the photo:

The classification of allergic reactions in dogs combines the types of allergens and the ways they enter the body.

Types of allergies:

• food allergies in dogs;
• medicinal;
• chemical (for animal care products or household chemicals);
• infectious (viral, bacterial, fungal or helminthic);
• insect (reactions to insect bites and cutaneous blood-sucking insects, i.e. allergy to fleas in dogs);
• autoimmune reactions (the rarest form).

Allergic reactions manifest themselves in two ways:

• cumulative (some time after contact with the allergen - up to several weeks);
• instantaneous (almost immediately after interaction).

Allergies in dogs: general and specific symptoms

The body of any animal is densely covered with hair, so signs of increased reactivity of the body do not immediately become visible. It is useful to carry out an unobtrusive examination of the skin, muzzle and ears at the moment of direct contact with the dog. It should be noted that the shorter and lighter the coat, the more pronounced and noticeable the symptoms.

The following list of symptoms may indicate that your pet has an allergy.

Important: dogs do not sweat in the sense in which people are accustomed to understanding the meaning of this physiological phenomenon. Sweat glands in these animals, those that control thermoregulation are located only on the pads of the paws and in the mouth area. Increased humidity in the armpits and in any other part of the body is always a sign of health problems and, most often, a symptom of an allergic reaction!

Photos of types of allergies

Autoimmune cutaneous vasculitis	Allergic otitis media	Interdigital dermatitis	Drug allergy
Food allergies	Quincke's edema with anaphylaxis	Erythema multiforme	lupus erythematosus
Flea dermatitis	Hives	Atopic dermatitis	Bullous pemphigoid

Anaphylactic shock in a dog: symptoms, first aid

Regardless of what causes anaphylaxis, it always occurs the same way. It can be local and systemic, and the first form can transform into the second. Most often it occurs due to bites or injection of drugs.

Local manifestation:

• urticaria (local redness, rash, itching);
• angioedema (under the skin and in deep tissue layers).

Systemic signs:

• vomiting and increased agitation, which is replaced by depression;
• respiratory depression;
• cardiovascular failure and possible loss consciousness.

Important: if there is a risk or actual occurrence of anaphylactic shock, you should immediately take the animal to a veterinary hospital. You have no more than 1 hour to provide first aid to the animal, otherwise it will die!

Actions of the veterinarian:

1. Immediate intramuscular injection suprastin or diphenhydramine - 0.2 ml/kg.
2. Intravenous cordiamine 0.02-0.6 ml/kg or subcutaneous sulfocamphocaine 0.2 ml/kg (supports heart function).
3. Subcutaneously any of the steroids: hydrocortisone, dexamethasone or dexon - 0.5-1 mg/kg depending on the size of the dog.
4. Intravenous “cocktail” of glucose and ascorbic acid in one syringe (m ml + 0.2 ml/kg).
5. Intramuscularly 1 amp. immunofana.

Next, after stopping the attack within 24 hours:

1. Calcium chloride from 1 to 5 tbsp. - drink during the day.
2. Instead of water, it is better to drink a decoction of the string.
3. Relieve itching with hydrocortisone spray 2-3 times a day (4 amps of hydrocortisone, 80 ml of alcohol, 50 ml of glycerin, 350 ml of water - put in a hand spray bottle).

Diagnostics

Before the diagnosis of allergies is confirmed, the veterinarian will rule out those diseases that have similar clinical manifestations. IN differential diagnosis includes skin scrapings, stool analysis for helminths, trichoscopy, bacterial cultures and blood tests, etc.

To determine food reactivity, diagnostic nutrition is administered for 1.5-2 months and a protein map is drawn up. During this period, the dog’s body’s reactions to various food proteins. All reaction results are recorded in a protein map. Products containing proteins that are reactive to the body will need to be excluded for the rest of the animal’s life. There is no other way to find out what food a dog is allergic to! Human tests in in this case absolutely not suitable.

To determine the reaction to fleas and their saliva, use a wet white paper test. visual inspection, trial diagnostic treatment. When testing with wet paper, red spots from “black” dandruff combed from the dog’s skin and fur will spread out on the sheet - these are traces of flea activity.

Allergies to other substances in the environment can be determined if owners are attentive to their pets. An attentive owner notices the slightest changes in the health of the pet and the reasons that caused these changes, which are then brought to the attention of the veterinarian. Also, when assuming allergies to plants and their pollen, seasonality is taken into account, and not just external signs diseases.

Allergy treatment

If a dog has an allergy, only a veterinarian knows how to treat it. Remove the body from reactive state It is imperative that only a specialist, because only he can distinguish non-standard reactions from some other infectious and non-communicable diseases that have a similar clinical picture.

Treatment of allergies in dogs is always complex and depends on the type of reaction and its symptomatic manifestations. But regardless of the nuances of the development of the condition, two main points of treatment are present in any case:

1. Stopping exposure of the body to allergens.
2. Antihistamine therapy - general and local.

Sick or recovering animals are fed special hypoallergenic food for dogs with allergies, specially designed for similar cases. You can also plan your diet according to food diary, excluding all reactive product names.

The same procedure also applies to medications - only those drugs that do not cause allergies can be administered. Drugs that have provoked a non-standard reaction at least once are usually recorded in the personal medical card animal or in the veterinary passport.

Features of medical care for different types of allergies:

• Food— determination of the type and elimination food allergen through a diagnostic diet.
• Insect- removal of all cutaneous blood-sucking insects from the surface of the animal and from its environment.
• Medicinal - immediate antiallergic or, if necessary, antishock therapy (usually local treatment is not required).
• Infectious - determining the type of infection accompanied by immune failure and eliminating it (without eliminating the cause of the allergy, antihistamine therapy will be ineffective).
• Atopic dermatitis - cannot be completely cured, therefore symptomatic antihistamine therapy and local antipruritic effects will accompany the dog throughout its life.
• Autoimmune reaction - administration of massive doses of glucocorticoids to relieve exacerbation of the disease, followed by transfer to minimal maintenance doses;
  • therapy that suppresses immune activity so that the body stops “attacking” own cells and organs;
  • symptomatic therapy, depending on which organ or system is “attacked” by the immune system.

• Allergic otitis - against the background of antihistamine therapy, general anti-inflammatory treatment of otitis is carried out.

Review of Allergy Medicines in Dogs

Due to the peculiarities of the manifestation and course of allergic reactions in dogs, the range of antihistamines allowed for use in them is quite wide. All antihistamines are divided into 3 large groups:

• drugs that reduce the response of H1/2 receptors (what reacts to histamine in the body);
• drugs that bind and remove histamine;
• drugs that prevent the production of histamine.

In dogs, drugs belonging to the first group are most often used, i.e. they reduce the body’s response to histamine circulating in the blood, relax smooth muscles, relieving spasms, reduce swelling by reducing vascular permeability and eliminate other obvious allergic symptoms. The decision on what to give your dog for allergies is made only by a veterinarian!

Diphenhydramine (diphenhydramine) It has a pronounced antihistamine sedative and anti-inflammatory effect. It is used for any reactive failures, including medicinal ones. Administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly in the form of a 1% solution twice a day. Dose: 0.6-0.8 mg/kg animal body weight.

Diprazine (phenergan, pipolphen, allergan) Effective for dermatitis accompanied by itching. Causes drowsiness. Administered intramuscularly in the form of a 2.5% solution or tablets. Dosage: 4.5-5 mg/kg 2-3 times a day.

Diazolin (mebhydrolin, incidal, omeril) Prescribed for allergies of unknown origin. Used internally in the form of tablets. Partially inhibits the functioning of the central nervous system. Dose calculation: 3-4 mg/kg once or twice a day.

Suprastin (allergans) It is used for absolutely all forms of allergies. Has minor sedative effect. Given in the form of a 2% solution. Dosage: 0.1-0.5 ml twice a day.

Tavegil (angistan, clemastine) The therapeutic effect is similar to diphenhydramine, but with a longer lasting effect. The dosage is the same for both the 0.1% solution and the tablets: 0.015-0.02 mg/kg 1-2 times a day.

Ketotifen (astafen, zaditen) Often used for anaphylactic shock, histamine bronchospasm and long-term systematic elimination of allergic reactions (due to the cumulative effect). Dosage: 0.02-0.05 mg/kg. Twice a day course for 2-3 months.

Astemizole (gismanal) It works well for food allergies, urticaria and rhinitis. They ask inside. Do not use during pregnancy. Dose: 0.3-0.35 mg/kg 2-3 times a day.

Cetirizine An excellent antiallergic drug that does not cause drowsiness. Once or twice a day. Dose: 0.25-0.5 mg/kg animal weight.

Loratadine (Claritin) Performs well when allergic rhinitis and lacrimation in dogs. Not prescribed to pregnant bitches. Approximate dosage: 0.1-0.15 mg/kg once a day.

Bicarfen An antihistamine with a broad antiserotonin effect: allergic lacrimation and rhinitis, drug allergies and reactions to food, atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, hay fever. Regimen: 1-1.5 mg/kg up to two times daily for 1-2 weeks. In case of seasonal outbreaks, you can repeat the course throughout the year.

Cyprodine (adekin, apetigen, peritol) Works well for urticaria, skin itching, insect bites and serum sickness. They give it inside. Dose: 0.09-0.1 mg/kg up to 3 times a day, based on the speed of action on symptoms.

In most cases, allergies are not a fatal pathology. But timeliness plays a decisive role in preserving the life and health of a four-legged friend: definitions allergic symptoms, delivery to the veterinarian and in the provision of therapeutic antihistamine assistance.

Dosage in tablets

The dosage of Diazolin depends on the weight, size and age of the dog. To calculate approximate dose, you can use the instructions inside the package and give your dog the amount of medication calculated for a child.

The approximate dosage is 1 tablet per 30-40 kilograms of weight. If the dog is smaller, you can give it half or a third of the tablet. However, it is highly undesirable to do this without a doctor’s prescription and supervision; the exact dosage can only be prescribed in a veterinary clinic.

How to give?

There are several ways to give the drug to your dog:

1. Crush the tablet and mix with food or water.
2. Crush the tablet, mix with water and administer to the dog through a syringe without a needle, pouring the solution between the teeth.
3. Place it in the dog's mouth and let it chew.

Pregnant, lactating and puppies

Diazolin should be given with greater caution to puppies up to one year old, because... It is more difficult to calculate the dosage. Puppies' bodies may be more susceptible to irritants. It is also not recommended to give the drug to pregnant and lactating females. The medicine can cause a negative reaction in both the puppies and the mother.

Contraindications

There are no special exceptions for any breeds; the only thing that can cause difficulties is that individuals of different subspecies need different dosage, depending on size, weight and breed.

Also, dogs of some breeds may have individual intolerance to certain foods. In some cases, it can be inherited, so it is advisable to find out about this in advance from the breeder or veterinarian.

It is forbidden to give the drug to dogs with an upset stomach or duodenum, ulcer and others inflammatory diseases gastrointestinal tract. Treatment with Diazolin can irritate the gastric mucosa and cause exacerbation of chronic diseases.

If it gets bad

In general, the drug is well tolerated by dogs. Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, and pain in the lower abdomen. These symptoms can be caused either by personal intolerance to the drug or by overdose.

In case of an overdose or other suspicious reactions, doctors recommend giving your pet Activated carbon and make him drink as much as possible clean water. It is also necessary to immediately contact a veterinary clinic.

Reviews

Owners

Diazolin is prescribed quite often; there are reviews from dog breeders on the Internet:

• “The doctor prescribed Diazolin to the dog, a German shepherd, when he discovered that she had subcutaneous mite so that she does not gnaw the fur and does not itch. The drug was very inexpensive, only about 20 rubles, there were 10 tablets in the package. The most important thing is that it helped, the itching went away, and the dog didn’t itch anymore.”

• “The doctor prescribed an antiallergic drug before the vaccination, advised Diazolin. The product is not expensive, there were no side effects.”
• “Recently, the dog began to itch a lot, we took him to the veterinarian, he advised me to take a course of Diazolin, and come back after the course. They gave the dog a week, the itching subsided significantly.”
• “One day I noticed that our 9-month-old puppy was itching. I immediately went to the vet to find out how to help the dog. Then the doctor advised me Diazolin. It cured the itching almost immediately. Now Diazolin is always in the medicine cabinet.”

Veterinarians

The drug also has positive reviews from doctors:

• “Russian drug, quite inexpensive. Good antipruritic effect. I prescribe it after meals, in my practice there have been no complaints of intolerance. The period of use is better not to exceed 5-7 days, then, if it does not help, you need to contact the clinic again.”
• “I advise all dog breeders to have Diazolin in their “dog first aid kit.” The product is inexpensive and not very aggressive. Just the thing as first aid for allergies.”

What to replace with itching?

The following medications can also be given to dogs against allergies:

Suprastin- a first-generation antiallergic drug against itching, and also helps relieve attacks of bronchial asthma and symptoms of conjunctivitis.

Suprastin is good because it is fast in action. The drug in tablets begins to act 30–40 minutes after taking the medicine and continues to work for 12 hours.

Injections begin to act 5–10 minutes after administration of the drug, but the duration of the effect injection form does not exceed 3–4 hours. Maximum daily dose this tool should not exceed 2 mg per 1 kg of dog weight.

Tavegil – this drug may be suitable for dogs, both large breeds and smaller ones. The recommended dose for large pets is 1 tablet per 60 kg of weight. If the dog is a small breed, you can give from half to one third of the tablet.

Tavegil has many contraindications and side effects. Therefore, it is recommended to consult a specialist and not self-medicate.

Loratodine– the drug is available in the form of syrup, oral suspension and tablets.

It is used for allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, hay fever, urticaria, itching and other allergic reactions. Contraindicated during lactation. Particular caution should be used when liver failure and pregnancy.

The dosage can only be determined by a doctor based on health factors, weight and breed.

Conclusion

So, Diazolin is an inexpensive antihistamine that can be taken to dogs when different symptoms. However, you should be careful with the dosage. If there is any suspicion of an overdose, as well as severe side effects, you should immediately contact a veterinarian.

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Histamine H1 receptor blocker

Histamine H1 receptor blocker. It has antiallergic, antipruritic, antiexudative, and also mild sedative effects.

* skin reaction after an insect bite;

* bronchial asthma(consisting of combination therapy) .

Diazolin is prescribed orally after meals.

Adults and children over 10 years old: 100-300 mg per day.

Children 5-10 years old: 100-200 mg per day.

Children 2-5 years old: 50-150 mg per day.

Children under 2 years of age: 50-100 mg per day.

Maximum doses for adults: single dose – 300 mg, daily dose 600 mg.

Rarely: gastrointestinal disorders, irritation of the gastric mucosa, dry mouth; agranulocytosis.

Possible: dizziness, paresthesia, increased fatigue; rash, urticaria.

* peptic ulcer stomach and duodenum;

* increased sensitivity to the drug.

The drug should be prescribed with caution for a long time to patients engaged in potentially dangerous species activities requiring increased attention and speed of motor and mental reactions.

Diazolin penetrates into the central nervous system in small quantities, so the drug is used in cases where the inhibitory effect on the central nervous system is undesirable.

Diazolin enhances the effect of CNS depressants.

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When and how to use antihistamines for dogs?

Pollen allergy

Unfortunately, pets are susceptible to many diseases, including allergies. This disease occurs quite often, and antihistamines for dogs will help to cope with it.

Allergies are not noticed immediately because general symptom for all types of similar reactions - inflammation and redness of the skin, which is not easy to detect under the fur. The pet itself will not tell you about the itching, which also accompanies any allergy.

General signs of allergies

To detect the disease at an early stage, preventive examinations of the pet are carried out periodically. Choosing the right antihistamines for dogs is only possible with careful analysis. causes and types of allergies.

Varieties and pathogens

May provoke an allergic reaction a large number of factors.

The following are distinguished: types of allergies:

Provokes the development of a reaction:

• poultry, beef;
• yeast;
• eggs;
• fish;
• soy products;
• vegetables and fruits with scarlet interior;
• wheat;
• dairy food;
• corn;
• vegetable oils and fish oil.

Attention! Allergens are also foods that are strictly prohibited from feeding a dog in principle: fried foods, smoked meats, spices, salt, sugar and chocolate.

Signs of food allergies:

Clinical picture

What doctors say about antihistamines

Doctor medical sciences, Professor Emelyanov G.V. Medical practice: more than 30 years.
Practical medical experience: more than 30 years

According to the latest WHO data, it is allergic reactions in the human body that lead to the majority of fatal diseases. And it all starts with the fact that a person has an itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose, red spots on the skin, and in some cases, suffocation.

7 million people die every year due to allergies, and the scale of the damage is such that the allergic enzyme is present in almost every person.

Unfortunately, in Russia and the CIS countries, pharmaceutical corporations sell expensive medications that only relieve symptoms, thereby hooking people on one drug or another. This is why in these countries there is such a high percentage of diseases and so many people suffer from “non-working” drugs.

• severe itching (the animal scratches areas of the body for a long time and furiously);
• redness, roughness and poor moisture of the skin;
• a pungent odor from the dog itself and from the open mouth (sometimes sores and sores can be seen on the gums and lips);
• sweating that is not normal healthy dog(wet areas are found on the body);
• loss of clumps of hair and the appearance of baldness - bare areas (however, hair loss may indicate the presence of more serious diseases);
• white particles all over the body - dandruff - a clear sign;
• discharge from the ears (the pet shakes its head, scratches its ears);
• tearfulness.

This type of disease occurs as a result of an atypical reaction of the dog’s immune system to external irritants and substances ingested.

Mostly factors contributing to the development allergic dermatitis, are:

• dust;
• synthetic fabrics (clothing, carpets);
• the fur of other pets or your own;
• medicines;
• household products or cosmetics;
• shampoo, soap;
• pollen.

It is possible that your pet's body will react to the following groups medicines: serums, vitamin B and its variations, amidopyrine, novocaine, antibiotics, barbiturates, sulfonamides. Some medications contain pollen, which can cause allergies.

Attention! A drug allergy will not reveal itself the first time it is used; it will occur when it enters the body again.

Sometimes after bathing with shampoo, your pet will show signs of allergic dermatitis. If allergies develop after using regular dog shampoos, you should use hypoallergenic ones.

Important! You cannot bathe an animal using human means care

A reaction to powder products occurs if the bedding is washed using them. Often your pet reacts to smells household chemicals, which causes swelling of the eyes and oral cavity. When external interaction with irritants occurs, itching and irritation appear.

Basically, the symptoms of allergy varieties are similar, but manifestations of reaction to skin have their own character traits:

• itching of a certain part of the body (for example, the dog scratches its ears or belly intensely);
• a lot of dandruff;
• disappearance of itching only as a result of the use of antihistamines.

If a reaction to the medicine occurs, disruptions in the functioning of the intestines occur; in difficult situations - swelling of the mucous membranes of the tongue, larynx and suffocation, anaphylactic shock, Quincke's edema. If the dog's body reacts sharply to medicinal product, a severe, overt, life-threatening allergy may develop that requires immediate medical intervention.

After bites from ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, and bees, the dog’s body contains: foreign proteins causing an allergic reaction. Rashes develop, itching appears and hair loss occurs. Symptoms may long time cause discomfort to the animal.

The body reacts to fungi, viruses, bacteria and helminths. The symptoms of worms and their photos were described earlier.

Antihistamines for small breed and adult dogs

Used to relieve allergy attacks antihistamines. Second- and third-generation medications, as well as the first-generation drug Diazolin, are the optimal antihistamines for dogs small breeds, for example Yorkies. They will reduce the possibility of side effects such as urinary problems, changes in heart function, and anxiety.

Attention! Medicines of the second and third generation are more advanced compared to the first and are considered relatively safe drugs, are used for a long time.

Antihistamines for dogs - the list for adults is headed by “Suprastin”, which stops the development of symptoms.

Products originally intended for people are also used: "Diphenhydramine", "Tavegil" and others. When affecting an animal, antihistamines for dogs do not always produce the desired effect; sometimes they cause side effects, That's why It is highly advisable to seek advice from a veterinarian.

Antihistamines for dogs: the dosage depends on the weight of the pet and is calculated per kilogram.

Important! Under no circumstances should you treat yourself without seeking help from a veterinarian!

Only a doctor determines the type of disease and prescribes medications. Self-medication can lead to dire consequences.

How to use the drugs?

Define suitable drug for treatment based on the purpose of use, weight of the animal, breed, health status and developed signs. Testing for effectiveness is carried out over two weeks. If there is no improvement during this time, another drug is prescribed.

Attention! A dosage that can relieve allergies is prescribed veterinarian.

If any health problems arise, conscientious owners contact a veterinarian to find out the exact cause of the disease and proper treatment. Allergies are no exception.

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Is it possible to give diazolin to a dog if he has allergies?

Diazolin - instructions for use

Characteristics of the drug

Diazolin(Mebhydrolin) belongs to the first generation antihistamines. Despite the fact that second and even third generation antihistamines have already appeared, Diazolin has not lost its relevance today.

Antihistamines are traditionally called drugs that can block the action of histamine. Histamine is a very active biological substance that is produced in human body, both normally and with different pathological conditions. Histamine is most actively released during allergic reactions in the respiratory system, on the skin or in the eyes. In this case, there arise characteristic symptoms allergies. Antihistamines prevent the development of allergic manifestations.

A distinctive feature of Diazolin is its ability to penetrate very slightly through the blood-brain barrier, i.e. physiological obstacle between circulatory system and the brain. Due to this, after taking the drug, only a slight sedative effect is observed, which allows Diazolin to be used in the treatment of patients with central nervous system disorders.

Diazolin reduces swelling of the mucous membranes respiratory tract, relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchi and uterus. intestines. prevents excessive reduction blood pressure. reduces the permeability of the walls of blood vessels, eliminates redness of the skin.

Due to the fact that Diazolin is able to some extent influence other types of receptors, it has an antipruritic and analgesic effect.

The first effects of Diazolin can be noticed 15-30 minutes after taking the drug orally. The therapeutic maximum occurs after 3-4 hours, as a result of which 2-3 times the drug is allowed during the day.

Diazolin undergoes biotransformation in the liver. and is excreted from the body through the kidneys with urine.

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Is it possible to give suprastin to a dog for allergies?

Question: Tell me, can I give my dog ​​Suprastin for allergies during meals, or rather in food? who gave it, who knows?

You can also use it for food. The main thing here is to follow a diet and remove the allergen from the body, otherwise suprastin will not work

if you have been prescribed a course of treatment with suprastin (that is, several days) but not constantly added to food. If it is difficult for a dog to give, usually the tablet is crushed and given with food or drink

Reply from Elizaveta Babayan:

Yes, it is possible and necessary. try covering the tablet with something aromatic so that she swallows it right away, and give the command - right before eating, right after eating, or in the middle (whichever is more convenient). Good luck!

It is possible, but not for long, just to relieve the signs of allergy, first of all you need to exclude the allergen itself. You can add it to food, but I brought a piece of cheese to my nose, lifting it up; when the pug opens in anticipation of a treat, I put a tablet in and immediately stroked the neck, from bottom to top, this triggers their swallowing reflex and the tablet falls through. Try it, it might work :)

Answer to A Past And Future Secret:

What’s easier - give a pill)) Open your mouth, place the pill on the back of your tongue, close your mouth, raise your head, and stroke your throat until you swallow. Worked great with all my dogs. It's easy. Moreover, suprastin is tiny tablets.

In principle, you can also give it to food. if he doesn't ignore it. Maybe he devours the entire bowl of food, but carefully bypasses the tablet and leaves it in the bowl.

If I were you, I would learn to do this on my own. Experience will be useful in life, 100%

Reply from Victoria Alexandrovna:

My dog ​​had weeping dermatitis on his tail. The veterinarian prescribed Suprastin, which he gave with food.

I completely agree with Olga, but on my own behalf I would also like to add that if it is absolutely impossible to “push” a pill, you can buy an antiallergic drug in ampoules and administer it subcutaneously. Although, in my opinion, it’s certainly easier with a tablet.

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Providing first aid. First aid kit for dogs.

To provide first aid Your dog's home first aid kit should include:

1. Thermometer. Normal temperature dogs from 38 to 39 degrees;

2. Antipyretics: aspirin

3. Analgesics: analgin, baralgin. The dosage, as a rule, is determined at the rate of one tablet, ampoule per 30-40 kg of weight. Action time 8 hours

4. Antihistamines: suprastin, tavegil, diazolin, used for allergic reactions (swelling, urticaria) of various origins (snake bites, insect bites, poisoning), intravenous, intramuscular, duration of action - 12 - 24 hours, dosage - 2- 5 mg/kg

Finistil - Yorkie or Spitz puppy - 3-5 drops, adult dog- 7 drops.

5. Glucose (for vomiting, diarrhea, lack of appetite, poisoning), 5% solution IV, SC, action time 12 hours, dosage 10-20 mg/kg

6. Diuretics: furosemide, lasix for edema, poisoning - intravenous, intramuscular, action time 12-24 hours, dosage 2-5 mg/kg;

7. For treating wounds:

- dressing material (sterile bandage and napkins, cotton swabs, cotton buds)

- hemostatic - 1-3% hydrogen peroxide solution

- antiseptic, for example, “Teramycin spray”, “Chemi-spray”

8. Soothing drops “Fitex”, Corvalol, Valocardine

9. No-spa - as an antispasmodic. Dosage - 1/8-1/10 for dwarf breeds

10. Syringes. And also a syringe without a needle to give your dog liquid medications.

At each point, select one of specified funds. If you are not sure which of these remedies is right for your dog, you should consult your veterinarian. Perhaps your veterinarian will advise supplementing this list with any drugs, taking into account individual characteristics your dog: allergies, chronic diseases.

In addition, consultation with a veterinarian is advisable before long trips to nature - regarding clinical symptoms piroplasmosis and first aid (specific drug “Azidin” IM, IV, duration of action 24 hours, dosage 3-5 mg/kg.

IN spring-autumn period It is necessary to treat dogs with drops or sprays against fleas and ticks (for example, “Frontline”)

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Experts answered the question

This does not affect the vaccination.

And the whole thing is weak medical directory hang out.

ALL drugs have side effects! They are always described with EXAGGERATION. It’s like you’re seeing instructions for medications for the first time.

I wrote that in MY practice I have NOT encountered side effects! Diazolin does not have the same side effects as Suprastin or Tavegil (depressed state, drowsiness), and the effect (antihistamine) is even better.

And why poison the dog with Kanikquantel once again if they have been vaccinated (i.e. treated). And Frontline in winter time also O-Very appropriate (especially if for no reason).

About Veta, no one argues... and the question (mine and Inga) was - on what basis was the diagnosis made? Personally, I have never heard of ear allergies.

About scrapings - a really very valuable note! It must be passed in any case (and from the ear too)

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Suprastin instructions for use

Doctors currently widely practice treatment with suprastin for various allergic conditions. Basically, the action of suprastin is aimed at blocking the production of a special substance, which causes the body’s own allergic reaction. The most commonly used tablets are suprastin, instructions for use of which are always attached to the blister with this dosage form. It is recommended to use suprastin in ampoules only when severe forms allergies and in case of anaphylactic shock

If you have been prescribed Suprastin, the dosage is calculated depending on many factors. In particular, the dose of suprastin depends on:

• age of the patient;
• patient's body weight;
• severity of allergic reaction;
• individual tolerance of the drug.

Remember that suprastin should be taken only on the condition that you will not operate machinery or a car. This drug inhibits mental reaction and causes drowsiness and lethargy. You should also know that suprastin and alcohol are not compatible. Joint reception Suprastin and alcohol can lead to unexpected reactions, even shock.

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Pollen allergy

Unfortunately, pets are susceptible to many diseases, including allergies. This disease occurs quite often, and antihistamines will help to cope with it.

Food allergies
Food allergies

Signs of food allergies:

2. Skin allergies

This type of disease occurs as a result of an atypical reaction of the dog’s immune system to external irritants and substances ingested.

Mostly factors contributing to the development of allergic dermatitis, are:

The pet's body may react to the following groups of drugs: serums, vitamin B and its variations, amidopyrine, novocaine, antibiotics, barbiturates, sulfonamides. Some medications contain pollen, which can cause allergies.

Attention! A drug allergy will not reveal itself the first time it is used; it will occur when it enters the body again.

Sometimes after bathing with shampoo, your pet will show signs of allergic dermatitis. If allergies develop after using regular dog shampoos, you should use hypoallergenic ones.

Important! You cannot bathe an animal using human care products.

A reaction to powder products occurs if the bedding is washed using them. Often your pet reacts to the odors of household chemicals, which causes swelling of the eyes and mouth. When external interaction with irritants occurs, itching and irritation appear.

Basically, the symptoms of allergy varieties are similar, but manifestations of the reaction on the skin have their own characteristic features:

If a reaction to the medicine occurs, disruptions in the functioning of the intestines occur; in difficult situations, swelling of the mucous membranes of the tongue, larynx and suffocation, anaphylactic shock, Quincke's edema. If a dog's body overreacts to a drug, a severe, overt, life-threatening allergy may develop that requires immediate medical attention.

3. Allergies to pests

After tick bites,

Diazolin

Antihistamines are used to relieve allergy attacks. Second and third generation drugs, as well as the first generation drug Diazolin, are optimal antihistamines for small breed dogs, for example

Suprastin

Antihistamines for dogs the list for adults is headed by “Suprastin”, which stops the development of symptoms.

Products originally intended for people are also used: "Diphenhydramine", "Tavegil" and others. When affecting an animal, antihistamines for dogs do not always produce the desired effect, sometimes they cause side effects, therefore It is highly advisable to seek advice from a veterinarian.

Antihistamines for dogs: the dosage depends on the weight of the pet and is calculated per kilogram.

Important! Under no circumstances should you treat yourself without seeking help from a veterinarian!

Only a doctor determines the type of disease and prescribes medications. Self-medication can lead to dire consequences.

How to use the drugs?

The appropriate drug for treatment is determined based on the purpose of use, the weight of the animal, breed, health status and developed signs. Testing for effectiveness is carried out over two weeks. If there is no improvement during this time, another drug is prescribed.

Attention! A dosage that can relieve allergies is prescribed by a veterinarian.

If any health problems arise, conscientious owners contact a veterinarian to find out the exact cause of the disease and proper treatment. Allergies are no exception.

Additionally, check out the video about the manifestation and treatment of allergies in dogs: