My dog is in alot of pain, he has a bad back, are there any over-the-counter medications that i can give him?

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Okay, I'm assuming you're asking this question because it's the weekend and you can't get a hold of your vet. I'm sure you're stressing because it's awful watching your pet go through pain and feeling helpless. Been there and done that.

Everything everyone in here has stated so far is true:

- that there are SOME human OTC meds that SOME dogs can take

- but that also IT CAN BE VERY DANGEROUS to give a dog human OTC meds.

Really, truly, only a vet should advise you on which - if any - human OTC meds your dog should take.

If you are unable to get your dog to an ER vet, perhaps you could try calling them . often, they are willing to give out informed advice over the phone.

If that doesn't work, here is a professionally staffed 24 / 7 site that for a very small fee will respond to your question within just a few minutes:

http://www.justanswer.com/pet-health-car.

When you jot them your question, be sure to give detailed info about your dog's medical history and back condition as well as his breed, weight, age, etc. so that they can provide you with an informed response.

Best of Luck to you and your dog !!

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apirin is Ok if coated (
The pill, not the dog)

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yes its called Zantrex 3, it helps reduce the pain from the Dehopshos joint in the dogs back. Get it at a local dog store, (super pet)

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You never want to give your animal over the counter meds without consulting your vet. There are some meds that can cause Severe GI upset and even bleeding disorders. Your vet can tell you what human meds are safe to give your animal.

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FOR THE LOVE OF GOD DON'T GIVE UR DOG ANY OVER THE COUNTER DRUGS MENT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION!! YOU CAN SERIOUSLY HARM, OR KILL THEM !

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I wouldn't give any human meds for pain, to a dog. They can tolerate some things like kaopectate but I'd get something from the vet for pain.

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you should not give your pet any medicine without talking to your vet first.

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Glucosamine. Did wonders for our dog. You can get it at any pet store, and it's not too expensive.

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Take your dog to the vet, and if he is in constant pain, then maybe you should have him put down. Try to do whats best for the dog and not whats best for you.

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I know how much you love your dog, maybe it is time to have your vet step in. and look see.

Be prepaired for the worst news

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OTC medications are designed with humans in mind, not animals. Giving it to animal can kill the creature or make him or her very sick.

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Call the vet. If he/she knows about the condition, they'll let you know the brand and dosage.

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Go to the vet in hurry.

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Take him to a vet for the right medicine.