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My dog takes Gabapentin. Can I also give him Benadryl safely?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 13 years and 7 months old

My dog is on gabapentin 1 ml 2x a day. Can i also give him benedryl?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 20th, 2018

Gabapentin and Benadryl are ok to give at the same time, however you should consult with your vet as your vet knows your dog's history and can assess the necessity/impact of Benadryl on your dog. It is likely that Benadryl in combination with the gabapentin makes your dog sleepy.

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