Trazodone
CautionCommonly prescribed to pets for anxiety/sedation. Overdose causes excessive sedation and ataxia.
Quick Answer: Is Trazodone Toxic to Dogs or Cats?
Use this short answer first, then read symptoms and what to do next.
Can dogs have Trazodone?
Usually no, but use caution. Trazodone may still cause problems for dogs depending on amount, preparation, or sensitivity.
Can cats have Trazodone?
Usually no, but use caution. Trazodone may still cause problems for cats depending on amount, preparation, or sensitivity.
Symptoms to watch for
Deep sedation, incoordination, vomiting, diarrhea
What should I do now?
Contact vet. Generally recovers with time.
Dogs
Use caution
Cats
Use caution
Risk level
Caution
Symptoms
Deep sedation, incoordination, vomiting, diarrhea
What to do now
Contact vet. Generally recovers with time.
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Symptoms to Watch For
Deep sedation, incoordination, vomiting, diarrhea
What to Do
Contact vet. Generally recovers with time.
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