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Can I keep giving my puppy Cetirizine to help them sleep at night?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | 1 month and 22 days old

I have give a half cetrizine tablet to my 3.2 kg puppy for sleeping..this tablet is given by a vet ..can i use this tablet on my puppy for sleeping at nights..

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 11th, 2020

There is no age limit for Cetrizine in dogs; however, it is given based on the weight of your pet so please ask your vet what the appropriate dose would be for Pepper. You can use it on puppies. However, it doesn't have much drowsy effects, so it may not work as well as you are hoping for the puppy. I would instead try to exercise your pup during the day or right before bedtime to tire her out. : ) Best of luck with your puppy Pepper moving forward. Take care.

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