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My Shih Tzu ate a benzonatate pill. Is it dangerous for dogs?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

My shitzu chews on a gel benzonatate pill. Can it hurt or kill her? Help

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 28th, 2015

This medication is sometimes used in dogs for chronic cough. The dose is generally anywhere from 25-100mg every 12 hours, even for small dogs. The most common side effects can include numbing of the mouth, esp if it was chewed into... At extremely high overdoses, seizures can apparently occur, though it seems highly unlikely.

Monitor her for any signs of illness, including acting like the mouth is numb, difficulty eating or swallowing, changes in personality, agitation, tremors, or seizures. I'd also skip dinner tonight in case there is a problem with numbing of the mouth or tongue. If you don't have any problems by tomorrow, she should be fine.

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS
Veterinarian
Published on March 7th, 2019
This medication is sometimes used in dogs for chronic cough. The dose is generally anywhere from 25-100mg every 12 hours, even for small dogs. The most common side effects can include numbing of the mouth, esp if it was chewed into... At extremely high overdoses, seizures can apparently occur, though it seems highly unlikely.

Monitor her for any signs of illness, including acting like the mouth is numb, difficulty eating or swallowing, changes in personality, agitation, tremors, or seizures.
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