Why did the vet prescribe vicodin for my dog?
I was at work yesterday so my daughter had to take our dog to the vet. When I got home, the place was closed so I couldn’t call to discuss the drug prescribed. My dog needed an allergy shot (she’s allergic to saliva from flea bites). Prior to the injection yesterday, she had been licking her fur alot. For three days, periodically she’d make this sound that resembles a high pitched snore, as if she were clearing her throat (from the hair, I think).
The vet checks her lungs and they sound clear. She then prescribes 1/4 of a hydrocodone (vicodin without the acetaminophen)tablet to be taken daily. Why would she prescribe hydrocodone when her lungs are clear and the coughing is not from congestion after a cold or asthma. With the lungs being clear and healthy, I would think the medication would be rendered useless. It won’t stop the coughing due to hair licking. My daughter didn’t get an explaination from the vet. Should I give my dog the pills? Has anybody else had this problem? Thanks.
Speaking form experience, what the vet told your daughter and what your daughter heard, or understood, in many cases are 2 totally different things. Hydrocodone is used to treat excessive coughing related to excessive mucous, collapsing trachea, heart enlargement, or respiratory illness. Your vet either thought one of theses problems existed, or maybe your daughter made the coughing sound much worse than it was. Either way, if YOU are uncomfortable with the drug prescribes call your vet before giving it. Have her explain why the drug was prescribed to you. Hydrocodone does have side effects, including drowsiness, upset stomach, and constipation, so you definately should check before giving it.
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