My parrot got an accidental Metacam overdose. What symptoms to watch?

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I accidentally overdosed my parrot on metacam. Dose should have been .13ml and I gave her 1.5ml. last night. She has a good appetite but her droppings are soft, no increase in urine levels. She was at the vet yesterday, we are going back on Tuesday. Just wanted to know how serious the impacts of this mistake can be and what to look for? Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | unspayed | 21 years old | 171 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

A Metacam overdose may cause damage to the kidneys. Monitor for loose droppings or a change in the amount and color of the urates (the white part of the droppings). Ideally, Sierra should be examined by your veterinarian or at the nearest veterinary ER. Decontamination such as activated charcoal administration, which may decrease absorption, and subcultures fluids may be indicated.

My parrot got an accidental Metacam overdose. What symptoms to watch?

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