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Post by Elsbeth & Lilly on Jan 14, 2021 15:56:42 GMT -7
[Original subject line: Lilly - 11 YOFS Miniature Dachshund 11 year old suspect IVDD]
Miniature Dachshund 11 lbs, Lilly, Female Spayed, my name is Elsbeth Kane
Prescribed 1) Gabapentin 2) Carprofen 3) Methocarbamol (and was given an IM injection of Methocarbamol at the vet yesterday). 2x per day, not sure of dosing I'm on my way home to the parents house now to assess situation
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11lbs 11 y.o.
carprofen as of ?mg ?x/day for ? days
gabapentin ?mg 2x/day
IM methocarbomal on 1/13 lasted for 8 hours !
needs GI tract protector, Pepcid AC, on board w/! carprofen]
Still painful when nearing time for next drug dose, first noticed signs yesterday (1/13)
Vet didn't prescribe pepsid, should we call them and pick some up?
Normal poop and normal urine color, no vomiting or nausea
Eating normally, drinking a lot (drug side-effect?)
Saw a GP small animal veterinarian who diagnosed as probable early stage IVDD, strict 2 week cage rest with re-check to assess whether we need further diagnostics. Noticed signs Jan 13 2020, brought to vet same day.
Before onset of pain medications, first warning sign that triggered us to go to vet was that she was urinated and defecated in the house, which she never does. Today, not soiling crate, squatting to pee.
She can bear weight and stand, no paresis or paralysis but is clearly painful.
Her current crate is pretty small - probably about 10-12 inches wide, 20 inches long? Should we buy something bigger? Currently we are keeping her in there except for bathroom. Bringing food and water to her crate periodically.
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Post by Romy & Frankie on Jan 14, 2021 16:25:01 GMT -7
Welcome to Dodgerslist, Elsbeth. We are glad you’ve joined us all. We’ve got valuable information we’ve learned from the vets Dodgerslist consults with and our own experiences with IVDD since 2002 to share with you! Learn more about us and how we team up with veterinarians: dodgerslist.com/about-team-dodgerslist/Lilly is still in pain. Gabapentin and Methocarbamol do not last long in the body. They work best when prescribed 3x a day and given every 8 hours. Please call the vet right away and advocate for the meds to be prescribed 3x a day. There is no need for her to be in pain. Pain will only slow the healing process.
Please let us know the number of mgs in the meds given. This is often right on the bottle.
All anti-inflammatories, like Carprofen, cause excess stomach acid which can lead to serious stomach damage. To prevent this damage a stomach protector like Pepcid AC is used. In the US, Pepcid is not a prescription medicine. You can buy it at any drugstore or grocery store. You can use a generic if it contains one single active ingredient (famotidine). First, ask the vet if your dog has any health issues to prevent use of Pepcid AC (famotidine)? (doesn’t need it, we wait til there is problem…are NOT answers to your question!)
Drinking a lot is a known side effect of steroid type drugs. I have not heard of it as a common side effect of an NSAID like Carprofen.
The usual dose of Pepcid AC (famotidine) for dogs is 0.44mg per pound, 30 mins before the anti-inflammatory and thereafter every 12 hours for as long as your dog is on the anti-inflammatory. For Lilly, at 11 lbs, 5mgs would be the correct dose. www.1800petmeds.com/Famotidine-prod11171.html
The crate should only be large enough for the dog to stand up, turn around and stretch the legs out fully when lying down. Here is some more information on how crate rest works: dodgerslist.com/2020/05/14/strict-rest-recovery-process/
You are doing the right thing by leaving her in the crate except at potty time. Carry her to and from the recovery suite to the potty place and then allow a very few limited footsteps. Using a sling (long winter scarf, ace bandage, belt) will save your back and help to keep a wobbly dog’s back aligned and butt from tipping over. A harness and 6 foot leash is to control speed and keep footsteps to a minimum as you stand in one spot. An ex-pen in the grass is an excellent alternative to minimizing footsteps with the physical and visual to indicate there will be no sniff festing going on! i.ibb.co/K7HNj10/slingwalk.jpg
Print this flyer for your fridge. It will help you and your family recognize any emergency signs and actions to take.: dodgerslist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/emergency-fridge-flyer.pdf
The very best thing you can do for yourself, and for Lilly is to get up to speed on IVDD as soon as possible. Begin absorbing the must-have overall sense of meds, care and how the treatment works. ➤ Home Care TiPS: dodgerslist.com/nursing-care-during-the-disc-episode/➤ Medications used during a disc episode: dodgerslist.com/meds-used-during-disc-episode/
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