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My dog is constantly scratching due to insects. What oral medicine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 1 month old | 33 lbs

Hi Sir/Madam, I own a dog of 2 years old & it feels itchy due to some insects stuck on his body.. He keep scratching his body usually.. Can you please suggest any oral medicines?

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Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on December 17th, 2017

First I would give a flea or medicated bath to remove the insects and soothe and cleanse the skin. You can give Benadryl to reduce the itching. There is a section on this website that has the dose and a discussion about the medication. If it’s not improving please take him in for an exam and treatment. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Moti.

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