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My puppy ate cortisone cream. Is it toxic? What symptoms to watch for?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Female | spayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 15 lbs

My puppy got alone of the cortisone cream tube and tore a hole in the tube exposing some of the cream. I’m sure she digested some of it (not much). Is there anything I should do or be aware of?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 16th, 2019

Overall it’s not toxic but it can cause some minor gastrointestinal upset depending on how much she actually ingested. This means she could have some mild vomiting and/or diarrhea. If you notice any of that then she should be examined by your vet.

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