Can Coreg be given to dogs?

Can Coreg be given to dogs?

Carvedilol, a beta-blocker, is commonly used in human and veterinary medicine to treat many disease states including high blood pressure and various cardiac diseases. Despite its use in animals, accidental overdose of carvedilol can be dangerous for pets.

What happens if a dog takes carvedilol?

Toxicity to pets Overdose can result in heart failure, a very slowed heart rate, severe hypo-tension (low blood pressure), and secondary acute kidney failure.

What are the side effects of the drug Coreg?

COMMON side effects

• slow heartbeat.
• orthostatic hypotension, a form of low blood pressure.
• low blood pressure.
• fluid retention in the legs, feet, arms or hands.
• trouble breathing.
• high blood sugar.

Can you give metoprolol to dogs?

The typical dose of Metoprolol administered to dogs is 6.25 mg to 25 mg per dog two to three times daily. A low dose is generally started and gradually increased every 2 weeks. The typical dose of Metoprolol administered to cats is 1 mg per pound (2 mg/kg) once daily.

What if my dog eats metoprolol?

A very small amount of beta-blocker overdose can quickly result in toxicity. If your dog has overdosed on beta-blockers, call your veterinarian immediately. The veterinarian will perform a physical examination, including blood work, a biochemistry profile, and urinalysis.

What if my dog ate my blood pressure pill?

Your vet may suggest making the animal vomit if ingestion just occurred, but your pet may also need intravenous fluid support or treatment with specific medications and antidotes to combat the toxin. Always check with your veterinarian before starting any treatments to neutralize the poison.

Can dogs take bisoprolol?

In dogs, bisoprolol has high and consistent oral absorption (91%) and a half-life of 4 hours. Although bisoprolol prolongs survival in human patients with heart failure, similar studies have not been conducted in dogs or cats.

What should I do if my dog ate metoprolol?

Can you give a dog a beta-blocker?

Atenolol (brand name: Tenormin®) is a beta-blocker heart medication used to treat certain types of heart disease, high blood pressure, and abnormal heart rhythms in dogs, cats, and ferrets. Its use in cats, dogs, or ferrets to treat heart diseases is ‘off label’ or ‘extra label’.

What should I do if my dog ate my blood pressure medicine?

If you believe your pet has ingested something potentially toxic, contact your local veterinarian or APCC at (888) 426-4435 immediately.

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