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Kaflex For My Dogs Abscess

Updated October 27, 2014
Kristi Says:
Thu, October 2, 2014

My 60lbs.dog has an abscessed tooth . I'm.currently unemployed and cant.afford to take her to a vet. My question.is " Can I give her my 500mg kaflex and if so, how much and how often?"

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Verwon Says:
Mon, October 27, 2014

Hello, Kristi! How is your pup? I'm sorry that she's in pain.

Many dogs are given a dosage similar to that which people are given, 500mgs twice a day, but only your veterinarian can say if it is safe for your dog to take.

Additionally, a dental infection is usually due to some underlying issue, such as a loose tooth or cavity, which an antibiotic will not remedy, so it will require veterinary treatment, or the infection will keep returning.

Side effects in canines are similar to those experienced by people and may include nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and skin rash.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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