What's the right Fluconazole dose for my dog to avoid side effects?

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How much Fluconazole mg is permissible to dog in a month ? So that it do not causes side effect like seizures. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year old

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

The amount of fluconazole your dog should get per month depends on the indication, ie why he is prescribed it. Fluconazole is a prescription medicine and should not be given to a dog unless your vet deems it the proper medication. All medications can have side effects. Whether side effects occur depends on the individual. When a medication is prescribed, we always weigh up the risks (side effects) vs. the benefits. a usual dose for severe fungal infections such as blastomycosis, Cryptococcosis, etc, for dogs is 2.5 to 5mg/kkg (2.2.lbs) by mouth every 12 hours. Depending on your dog's condition this may be reduced or increased by your vet. Adverse reactions are usually nausea, diarrhea and sometimes renal impairment. when these occur a dose reduction should be done (but only after consulting with your vet). Seizures are not listed side effects according to my information.

What's the right Fluconazole dose for my dog to avoid side effects?

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