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intractable vomiting

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please help, I took my dog to the vet 2 days ago for vomiting and lack of appetite. my dog was diagnosed with GASTRITIS pb 2nd to infection. was given ranitidine every 12 hrs, metoclopramide /12 hrs, and antibiotic/12hrs. vomiting got better to 50% but he still vomits. appetite still gone. what other meds can be used as anti-emetics for a 6 m/o 8 lbs puppy. although Im not a VET I'm a MD myself and there's no other vet available around in this rural community. i'm ready to try anything. thanks, sergio

Symptoms: Lethargy, No Appetite & Anorexia, Vomiting

• Veteran Advisor David says:

  November 27th, 2007 at 05:14 AM

  Hi, is your puppy vaccinated? One possibility is that your puppy has contracted parvo virus which is a virus that attacks the intestines. It is relatively common in puppies in certain areas. Parvo virus tests are available depending where you are in the world. Ranitidine, famotidine and metoclopramide really are the main stay of anti emetic drugs in veterinary medicine. Another possible drug to try would be chlorpromazine but should be used with the guidance of a veterinarian. Of concern is dehydration too. It is essential that body fluids are maintained and it would be preferable that your puppy is hospitalised on intravenous fluids or at least have subcutaneous fluids administered. Your veterinarian can show you how to do this. That way vitamins and electrolytes will be replinished more readily. IV fluids will also be able to ensure dextrose is administered which will maintain energy levels until appetite is restored

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