Is It Safe To Give A Dog Dramamine For Car Sickness?

I would just call a vet and ask them over the phone. I don't think that they would mind telling you about it over the wires. Hope this helps.

Dramamine (dimenhydrinate) is used in dogs for motion sickness.  The dose is based on weight.  The dose range is 4-8 milligrams per kilogram of body weight given by mouth three times a day.  Do not start the medication at the same time you get in the car--you need to start 8-12 hours before you start your travel.

This medication is used with caution in dogs that have seizure disorders, hypertension, or cardiac issues.  Adverse effects can include depression, vomiting, diarrhea, can cause a dry tongue, increased heart rate, and anorexia--if your pets acts unusual in anyway stop medication and contact your veterinarian.

Had the very same problem last year.  The vet recommended 1 tablet for the 30 pound golden lab pup and two tablets for the 70 pound collie mix.  (The 38 pound schnauzer mix didn't require any because she does not get carsick.  I resisted the impulse to just dose them all the same.)  I would definitely go with the advice of a vet you trust, but unlike Dr. Falk, above, Dr. Redden said to give the pills 1/2 hr before starting the trip, so we gave with breakfast each morning for our 5 day trip.  We did not have to redose during the day, but we did stop after driving 500 miles, and many people don't.  I probably would have given a second dose if we were going to drive all evening too.  Do make sure your dog is able to tolerate this med and that is doesn't conflict with either her condition or any other meds. Listen, it worked like a charm!

I have a 25 lb pit bull pup, can i give dramamine for a trip and what is the dosage