Why is my dog vomiting and not eating after taking Novox and Flagyl?

Question

Dog was prescribed Novox 25mg once a day for limping.This was on 1/9. On 1/12, work up & needed to go outside, where he was eating grass, bamboo, & other green plants to make himself vomit. Took him to the vet, who gave him a shot of Cerenia, & since diarrhea, one Flagyl 250 mg. Since then, about 9:00am, won't touch food & haven't seen him drink. Seems uncomfortable & if let out tries to eat grass. Pet's info: Dog | Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | Male | neutered | 8 years and 7 months old | 23 lbs

Lotus Altholtz · Accepted Answer

It is possible that he is feeling nauseous from the Flagyl....that daily dose for a 23 lb dog is often split into two daily doses. It is also possible that he may have a stomach upset/or even an ulcer from the Novox, especially if it was given on an empty stomach. NSAIDs do have the potential of causing vomiting and diarrhea in sensitive dogs. A bland diet of boiled rice and chicken for 3-5 days plus a stomach coating medication called sucralfate daily for a few days +/- an antacid such as famotidine + subcutaneous fluids and bloodwork could be appropriate next steps. I’d recommend returning to your veterinarian or seeking a new vet if you are more comfortable with a new vet. Hopefully the lameness is no longer an issue and with relatively conservative management the vomiting and diarrhea can be resolved as well. Good luck!

Why is my dog vomiting and not eating after taking Novox and Flagyl?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What's the best way to feed my hamster when I'm going on a trip?

Can chickens eat bell peppers daily and what about veggie salads?

Is Purina Layer Pellets good for chickens? What other feeds exist?

My newly adopted pet won't eat hay. What can I do to encourage it?

Share