Oral antihistamines for dogs are prescription based, but there are a few over-the-counter medications that can be used effectively for canines as well as humans.
Not exact matches
Your doctor may recommend an
oral antihistamine to help lessen the itch and to cause drowsiness, which may be helpful
for nighttime itching and discomfort.»
An
oral antihistamine and a topical steroid cream, in addition to other over-the-counter anti-itch treatments, can be helpful
for these types of rashes.
For itchy bites, apply an ice pack or an over-the-counter anti-itch cream, such as hydrocortisone, or take an over-the-counter
oral antihistamine.
For someone with allergies, this could include taking — or upping the dosage of —
oral antihistamines and intranasal steroids, she says.
Oral antihistamines were thought to be useful
for this group,» she said.
She said that
for people who aren't helped by nasal steroids,
oral antihistamines, nasal
antihistamines and leukotriene receptor antagonists may lessen symptoms.
Treatment
for this type of skin problem involves elimination of the offending insect and treatment of the bite area with medication prescribed by your veterinarian (usually
oral antihistamines or an anti-itch cream.)
Some over-the-counter
oral antihistamines, such as Benadryl, are safe
for dogs, but check with your vet
for dosage recommendations, which will vary based on the size of your dog.
In addition to antibiotics
for skin and eye infections, Tasha has been prescribed two different types of
antihistamines,
oral and injectable steroids, and several shampoo / conditioner / topical spray combinations with little to no improvement in her itchiness.
If your dog is in an endless circle of itching and scratching, your veterinarian will probably also prescribe a topical medication (
for example l % hydrocortisone) or an
oral antihistamine (chlopheniramine or diphenhydramine)
for itch relief.
Topical,
oral, and injectable
antihistamines and corticosteroids, as well as antibiotics
for infected skin, may be prescribed to provide relief of symptoms.