Is it safe for my dog with AIHA to take multiple medications together?

Once the steroids take effect, the blood count should start to rise very slowly, it usually takes more than a month to go back to normal levels. If there is absolutely not change within a week, a blood transfusion will probably be considered.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! There is no information in the literature on the use of these medications together longterm. In my experience, this has been well-tolerated and has not caused any adverse events in my patients. Good luck and best wishes!

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! While in theory it should be ok, this is not a common combination of medications so it’s effect has not been really studied. For that reason, I would have you checked with your prescribing veterinarian to ensure they are ok with that as they know Poppy’s medical history. Have a great day!

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Good question regarding Apoquel. Apoquel use along with many other medications has been evaluated and antibiotics with Apoquel shouldn't have any drug interactions. So please go ahead and continue the Apoquel as directed for her allergies. I hope Rae recovers well from her surgery.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Bella! The metronidazole is an antibiotic and could help with the fever. If you want to start with the metronidazole and the dewormer first that is fine. Recheck her temperature in 24 hours. If it is still elevated give the loxicam. The loxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. Good luck!

Azathioprine is used in dogs as an immune system suppressant to treat conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), colitis or immune mediated anemias. It should be used with caution in dogs with pre-existing liver disease. It can take as long as 6 weeks to begin to see effects from this drug. It may cause decreased white blood cell counts as well as low platelets in some dogs. If Meddy is experiencing any bruising or bleeding, have her rechecked by your veterinarian as soon as you can. Blood work may be indicated to assess liver function and clotting function.

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes, it is perfectly fine to give Biscuit her usual monthly Heartgard dose. This should not have any effect on the other medications she is taking. I hope this is helpful!