My 15kg dog ate a 200mg ibuprofen tablet. Will he be ok?

Updated On January 1st, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | English Cocker Spaniel | Male | neutered | 2 years and 11 months old | 33 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Consumption of ibuprofen by your dog can result in serious complications and does warrant an emergency visit to your local veterinarian. Complications can consist of internal bleeding and damage to liver and kidneys just to name a few. Do not wait to take Newt to see a veterinarian until you see external symptoms of toxicity. Symptoms that include vomiting, diarrhea, pale gums, and abdominal pain are shown only when systemic function has already been compromised. A single 200-miligram tablet is enough to cause damage to internal organs in your pet. Again, this does require an emergency visit to your local veterinarian. Best of luck.

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