How much Pepcid? I was just wondering how much Pepcid an 8.5 lb yorkie is allowed in a 24 hour period. My dog Sam is just getting over pancreatitis and he's been on 1/4 tablet of 10mg of Pepcid every morning, but only in the morning. Well, I feel like it's wearing off by the time we settle in for the night b/c 2 nights ago he vomited a tiny bit of bile. He's done this before if he hasn't eaten all day. I talked to my vet about this and they said to try the Pepcid at night just this once to see if it helped and it worked b/c he slept all night without any problems! They don't really want him being on this 2x's a day so I was thinking of trying to just give him the dose at night before bed instead of in the morning b/c during the day he's eating fine and has a full belly. Does anyone have any experience with this? If so, how much do you give? Thank you! |
When my boys have had to take it they got 1/4 tablet twice a day. I gradually stopped the evening dose and slowly moved up the morning one to mid-morning/early afternoon so it would last through the evening. |
Madison is about 7 lbs and he gets 1/2 tab once a day. I'm supposed to decrease it to 1/4 tab once a day, but I haven't done it yet. OH, and it is the 10 mg (Pepcid AC ....the original, not extra strength or whatever they have out now). |
Thanks nvnvgirl! They're telling me that they want him on Zantac b/c they feel more comfortable doing that twice a day. So now I'm going to CVS to pick up a prescription for him...never thought I'd be saying that! They also want me to continue going for fluids everyday or every other b/c he needs to be completely hydrated to heal the pancreas faster. He drinks on his own the way he used to when he was healthy, but I guess it's not enough. How much do yours drink a day would you say? |
Pepcid dosage Hello , My yorkie is 16 months and just started on it. He weighs 6-9 pounds and also has 1/4 in morning. Has to be on an empty stomach , you didn't mention that so that's 1 thing to consider. Not sure if its working been 6 days . First day he threw up the yellow bile which is acidity . So far fingers crossed it will work. I hope yours feels better also. You may want to check with your vet also. Much good healthy for your fur baby. <3:aimeeyork |
Another way for drinking. My yorkie has ice chips as well. Do yours like lick their mouths (sorry don't know how to describe it ) Mine does since taking pepcid. The ice is a great way to add some drinking to them through out the day. Also like always ask your vet before doing anything different. :):aimeeyork |
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The dose for Pepcid is 5-10mg per dose, and should be given TWICE per day for reflux/GERD. It does not have to be given on an empty stomach. Btw lsd989 - when is your kiddo throwing up bile...in the mornings, or...? Save |
Pepcid dosage Hey Willie's Mom That is the dosage my vet gave me . So , I have to listen to his guidance, but thank you for the info. We all hope this helps my precious Dallas. I go by what my vet says. If I have other info. corresponding with the illness I take those up with my vet before making a decision. I value all of the top notch advice and guidance everyone on this site has given me and I've researched. But they make the finale decision. I will keep that in mind. Hope the babies are well. Thanks for you comment and expertise. <3 :aimeeyork |
Very sorry Wylie's mom for the misspelled name. |
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Thanks everyone for all the info on what to give a Yorkie who has Pancreatitis. Both the vets I have gone to have never mentioned giving my guy Pepcid AC. He has been on all types of medicine, prescription diets, probiotics and nothing has worked for him. I even tried Steel cut oats, which worked for my Greyhound, but even that didn't work. I have to admit that I haven't found a really good vet here in Arizona. My Yorkie, Curtis, has had liquid d for almost a year now. He gets a little better at times but nothing has worked for him. I am going to try the Pepcid AC starting tomorrow and will keep my fingers crossed. Thanks again - |
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He has already been to the vet several times over the past year. He has had many tests done & was diagnosed with Pancreatitis. I am going to try the pepcid ac today and see if that helps. Also going to put him back on the prescription diet food (even though that didn't help previously). :confused: |
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