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my dog is being treated for a thyroid, he been given salaoxine last week but since runing out last sunday he havent eaten anything, but still drinking, so I took him back to the vets to day and he put him on salaoxine again today at 3pm i manged to give him a tablet only 3 hours later he was sick, he shakes alot too, and sleeps nears the door when its cool, Im worried that he sick with the tablets he will die because he not eaten anything, please can u help ,
my silver lab is on med, and she has been itching so bad, real bad, she looks better, the thyroid has her coat not so thick, but the itch is bad, could it be this med?
Hi there...In your other post, you said your dog is suppose to take soloxine
2 times a day....
What time of the day do you give him the first pill....?
What time of the day do you give him the second pill..?
I am wondering if you might be giving the pills too close together....?
Is a thyroid problem the Only thing that the vet said is wrong with your dog....?
Is your dog on any other medication, supplements or herbs...?
In your other post, you said the dog was given an injection...what was it, and what was it for...?
Connie
2 times a day....
What time of the day do you give him the first pill....?
What time of the day do you give him the second pill..?
I am wondering if you might be giving the pills too close together....?
Is a thyroid problem the Only thing that the vet said is wrong with your dog....?
Is your dog on any other medication, supplements or herbs...?
In your other post, you said the dog was given an injection...what was it, and what was it for...?
Connie
Side Effects
When used properly, Soloxine has little to no side effects. Some dogs are allergic to Soloxine, and if a reaction occurs, cease use immediately and call your veterinarian.
Improper use, overdose and prolonged treatment may produce side effects in some dogs, and some dogs may develop minor side effects. However, medical attention should be sought if your dog exhibits:
Sleeping problems
Drowsiness
Decreased appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dry mouth and coughing
Rash
Personality changes
Fever
Dizziness
Weight gain or loss
Other side effects may occur, and all unusual behavior should be noted and mentioned to your veterinarian.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include the development of several conditions such as:
Thyrotoxicosis
Heat sensitivity
Hyperactivity
An overdose in Soloxine may also lead to further conditions such as polyuria or polyphagia.
Other Considerations
Most side effects occur when a dog overdoses, or is medicated beyond what the veterinarian has prescribed. Always give Soloxine exactly as your veterinarian has prescribed, and never give larger amounts or medicate for a longer period.
Dogs that are allergic to Soloxine (levothyroxine sodium) should not take it. It is also not recommended for dogs with Addison's Disease, or an adrenal insufficiency. Use caution and watch for side effects in dogs with high blood pressure.
Soloxine should never be used in a pet that has experienced thyrotoxicosis.
Soloxine may interact with theophylline, warfarin, barbiturates, digoxin and phenytoin, so care should be taken to ensure there is no unusual fall out from these two drugs combining. In addition to these drugs, Soloxine will react with iron or calcium, so it is advised that if your pet is also taking supplements containing them, you should not give them within four hours after having administered a Soloxine medication.
Soloxine should be given on an empty stomach, and your pet kept well hydrated.
As side effects are rare, any that appear in your pet should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian to ensure that a more serious problem has not arisen from the use of Soloxine with your dog.
Read more: The Side Effects of Soloxine for Dogs - VetInfo
When used properly, Soloxine has little to no side effects. Some dogs are allergic to Soloxine, and if a reaction occurs, cease use immediately and call your veterinarian.
Improper use, overdose and prolonged treatment may produce side effects in some dogs, and some dogs may develop minor side effects. However, medical attention should be sought if your dog exhibits:
Sleeping problems
Drowsiness
Decreased appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Dry mouth and coughing
Rash
Personality changes
Fever
Dizziness
Weight gain or loss
Other side effects may occur, and all unusual behavior should be noted and mentioned to your veterinarian.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include the development of several conditions such as:
Thyrotoxicosis
Heat sensitivity
Hyperactivity
An overdose in Soloxine may also lead to further conditions such as polyuria or polyphagia.
Other Considerations
Most side effects occur when a dog overdoses, or is medicated beyond what the veterinarian has prescribed. Always give Soloxine exactly as your veterinarian has prescribed, and never give larger amounts or medicate for a longer period.
Dogs that are allergic to Soloxine (levothyroxine sodium) should not take it. It is also not recommended for dogs with Addison's Disease, or an adrenal insufficiency. Use caution and watch for side effects in dogs with high blood pressure.
Soloxine should never be used in a pet that has experienced thyrotoxicosis.
Soloxine may interact with theophylline, warfarin, barbiturates, digoxin and phenytoin, so care should be taken to ensure there is no unusual fall out from these two drugs combining. In addition to these drugs, Soloxine will react with iron or calcium, so it is advised that if your pet is also taking supplements containing them, you should not give them within four hours after having administered a Soloxine medication.
Soloxine should be given on an empty stomach, and your pet kept well hydrated.
As side effects are rare, any that appear in your pet should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian to ensure that a more serious problem has not arisen from the use of Soloxine with your dog.
Read more: The Side Effects of Soloxine for Dogs - VetInfo
What are the possible side effects of Soloxine:
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Soloxine and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; or hives). Call your veterinarian if your pet develops any of these serious side effects; sleep problems; personality changes; fever; appetite changes, weight changes. Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use Soloxine if your pet experiences; cough; loss of appetite; dizziness, drowsiness; sleep problems; dry mouth; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; itching or rash. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Soloxine and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (swelling of the lips, face, or tongue; difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; or hives). Call your veterinarian if your pet develops any of these serious side effects; sleep problems; personality changes; fever; appetite changes, weight changes. Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use Soloxine if your pet experiences; cough; loss of appetite; dizziness, drowsiness; sleep problems; dry mouth; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; itching or rash. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.
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