Can you give expectorant to dogs?

In veterinary medicine, guaifenesin is generally used intravenously as a muscle relaxant during anesthesia, in horses especially. However, it may also be used as an oral expectorant in dogs and cats, although its efficacy has never been proven in neither animals nor humans.

Can dogs take children’s Mucinex?

Cough medications such as dextromethorphan (Robitussin) and guaifenesin (Mucinex) are sometimes used in pets, but should only be used as recommended by your vet.

Can I give childrens cough medicine to my dog?

Dextromethorphan can be appropriate to treat coughing in dogs, but it is only when used following your veterinarian’s instructions. Just because this medication is available over the counter does not make it safe to give as you wish. It should be given to an animal only under the guidance of a licensed veterinarian.

What kind of cough suppressant is safe for dogs?

Mild over-the-counter cough suppressants such as Mucinex cough medicine for children may help keep pets comfortable. Temaril-P can also be used to treat itching and coughing symptoms in dogs. Keeping pets in a well-humidified area and using a harness instead of a collar may also help decrease the coughing.

Is mucinex bad for dogs?

Human OTC medicines like Mucinex DM should not be given to animals without consulting a veterinarian first. The doses may be too high and there are inactive ingredients in human medicines that may be harmful to animals.

What home remedy is good for a dog’s cough?

Honey can be a great home remedy for kennel cough as it can help soothe your dog’s throat and minimize coughing. You can give your dog one-half tablespoon to 1 tablespoon of honey mixed with a little warm water in a bowl. This can be offered up to three times a day depending on how often your dog is coughing.

How often can I give my dog mucinex?

The manufacturer’s recommended dosing is one-half tablet (50 mg/5 mg) every four hours for small dogs and cats and one tablet (100 mg/10 mg) every four hours for large dogs.