My dog has hives on antibiotics, tried Benadryl. When to call vet?

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My dog has hives , nothing new has changed in her life , other than she's on antibiotics for skin infection.. She's had them for a few days and getting her to the vet is a pain.. How long is it too long to let her have the hives .. She's not that bothered just an occasional itch.. I've given benadryl and zyrtec.. Pet's info: Dog | Bulldog | Female | spayed | 4 years and 6 months old | 88 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

You should call your vet and give him/her an update. If the hives started after giving the antibiotics then your vet may want to switch to a different antibiotic in case it is an allergic reaction to the antibiotics. Your vet may also want to prescribe a corticosteroid to help treat.

My dog has hives on antibiotics, tried Benadryl. When to call vet?

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