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Originally Posted by kalina82  Pepto Bismol (kaopectate) has an asprin like property to it. this is why its not recommended for use. Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol®, Kaopectate®)
it can also have effects on other medications being taken.
it can thin the blood
asprin is the main concern. it is a blood thinner. If what your dog has is worse then an upset stomach the asprin is going to effect blood results and bleeding time when taken to the vet. |
Aspirin can also be safely given to dogs and is recommended by vets, my own included. It is also in the links above. Either way, Pepto doesn't "contain" aspirin anyway, it's a subsalicylate.
As far as being an anticoagulant, aspirin is really quite benign and not much of a player in those dosages. The only time it'd
potentially be a concern is if a dog was already on a prescription anticoagulant. And Pepto shouldn't affect bleeding times.