My dog is on antibiotics. Is a yeast infection a common side effect?

The amount of antibiotic he ingested is higher than typically used so he may experience some gastrointestinal issues but it should not be toxic. You could give him a probiotic for a few days (Proviable or Fortiflora) and monitor for any abnormal signs. If you notice anything abnormal then he should be examined by a vet for treatment.

Vomiting, diarrhea and a change in appetite can be common side effects of most antibiotics. Since he is not eating and having diarrhea m, it is best to have him rechecked to see if there is another medicine and to make sure he isn't getting dehydrated. You may try a canine probiotic and boiled chicken and rice or low fat yogurt to help with the diarrhea and appetite.

That is a very interesting observation. I have not had any clients mention that side effect, but most of the scents that we have are regulated by the normal yeast and bacteria on our skin and in our GI tract. If those yeast or bacterial number or types are changed by an antibiotic, it certainly could result in the body having a different scent. I would not expect any long term changes once the antibiotic is finished, but I would certainly keep an eye on it. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and answered your question. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

I would not recommend starting it without diagnosis from a vet and confirmation of the correct dosage. Bacterial infections are more common in dogs, so it may not be yeast. If you're seeing vaginal discharge, that is definitely not a yeast infection and you need to see her vet right away.

There is a chance that this is related to the medication and so should stop within about 12 hours of stopping the medication. If your puppy is still vomiting after that then I would recommend taking her in to be examined and given medication to stop the vomiting. I would also recommend withholding food from her for about 12-24 hours and see if that helps the vomiting stop. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, puppies can have yeast infections. These most commonly appear in the ears and skin. They are usually easily treatable. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment if you are concerned about a possible yeast infection. Good luck and have a good day!

I'm sorry to hear that Romeo has a UTI! Amoxicillin is a very common broad-spectrum antibiotic that is commonly used in animals and people. In some individuals, it can cause an upset stomach with vomiting, diarrhea, and/or loss of appetite. For sensitive individuals, this could start after a day or two, but for others, they may have a bit of mildly soft stool near the end of their treatment course. Odds are good that Romeo will be absolutely fine with this medication! It's not a big deal if he has mildly soft stool for a few days. If this happens, just feed a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken and white rice for a few days before gradually mixing his normal food back in. However, if he refuses to eat or drink, or begins to vomit, stop the amoxicillin and call your vet to discuss switching to a different medication. I hope that everything goes well! https://www.petcoach.co/pet-medication/amoxicillin/