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My dog is weak after flea treatment. Should I give her Claritin?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 25 lbs

My dog is acting weak after applying flea treatment. I have already washed it off with dish soap, should I give her claritin?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 1st, 2019

No, Claritin will not help whatsoever. Just monitor her closely for now, make sure she has appetite and goes to her walks without problems, if she is not eating or doesn't want to go to walks then you will have to take her to your vet for treatment.

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