My dog's CBC is abnormal. Should I stop Prozac for high liver enzymes?

According to Plumb's veterinary drug handbook, kidney failure is not an adverse effect of Prozac use. More than likely, your friend's dog developed kidney failure due to another reason, not the Prozac. I would continue to trust your vet, as they have the training and knowledge in veterinary matters :-)

I suggest you talk to your vet about this. Her dose may need to be adjusted to a lower quantity. It sounds like she is having side effects. I suggest you drop the dose to 20mg once a day until you can speak to your vet. You cannot just stop this medication cold turkey. ( https://www.petplace.com/article/drug-library/drug-library/library/fluoxetine-prozac-reconcile-for-dogs-and-cats/ )

Hi there. The published dosage range for fluoxetine (Prozac) in dogs is 0.5 - 2 mg/kg once daily. 60 mg is within this range, but this medication is normally given only once daily. Your veterinarian may have had a specific reason for choosing to prescribe it twice daily in Saber's case, so if you're concerned, I would recommend calling to discuss your questions with your vet. He/she should be able to explain why they chose this dosage for Saber, or may opt to reduce it if it was an oversight :)

Poor Binyah! Sometimes medications like Prozac can suppress a dog's appetite so it would be a good idea to talk to your veterinarian to see if they want you to adjust her dose. It probably is best to have Binyah examined by your veterinarian to ensure it's the medication causing a reduced appetite and not a different health issue. The hard feces makes me a little concerned for dehydration with secondary constipation. Your veterinarian can assess Binyah for dehydration and give fluids if necessary. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I hope Binyah is feeling better soon!

Hello, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I'm so sorry but I'm not fully understanding why the Prozac was prescribed. For an unrelated issue or to lessen anxiety to prevent more focal seizures? Typically Prozac (fluoxetine) is dosed at 0.5 to 0.9 mg per pound orally once per day. So for an 85 pound dog 40mg is actually a touch under the lowest part of the dosing range. First you need to understand why the Prozac was prescribed (for what condition) and then talk to your vet more in-depth about its use in Thor's case. I would not personally be concerned about using this low dose of Prozac in a dog with a history of only one focal seizure. Do not abruptly stop giving Prozac unless he has only been on it a few days. They must be weaned off slowly. So again, my recommendation is that you speak to your vet. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Hello and welcome to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Although routine bloodwork isn't standard for Fluoxetine, it is important to ensure that animals don't have diabetes or liver impairment while on this medication. Therefore, bloodwork before starting is a good idea, and checking the liver values every once and a while is a good idea as well. Best of luck with Willow.

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Elevated liver enzymes and abnormal liver appearance on ultrasound scan does not necessary mean liver tumour or liver failure. Older dogs often have abnormal liver appearance, which is not related to any serious underlying problem. Liver enzymes level is a measure of 'damage' to liver cells but it is not directly related to prognosis. Again, older dogs often have mild elevation of liver enzymes I would think that the specialist will perform full abdominal scan and possibly take liver samples through a needle - this is commonly performed procedure in dogs with signs of liver disease. Based on the findings of the aspirate, the doctor will recommend further testing or prescribe treatment for Mars.