Can I give my dog calming supplements with her disc meds instead of Trazodone?

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My beagle mix (15 pounds) was diagnosed with a bulging disc in her neck. She was prescribed Tramadol, Gabapentin, and Carprofen as well as four weeks of restricted activity. The doctor recommended Trazodone if I cannot keep my dog from jumping on furniture during this time. Is it possible to give supplements (tryptophan + chamomile) instead of the Trazodone or will those supplements negatively interact with her prescription medications?

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

There should be no harmful interactions at all between tryptophan and chamomile, and the prescription medications that your dog is currently taking - so you could certainly try this if you like. I do recommend letting your vet know that you are giving the supplement, just so that he/she is in the loop about everything your dog is taking :)

Can I give my dog calming supplements with her disc meds instead of Trazodone?

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