Corticosteroids come in several forms for both human and animal use. Overdose of oral and topical forms may lead to gastrointestinal distress (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea) and excessive thirst with increased urination. Pets are at risk for more significant gastrointestinal issues including stomach ulceraction if the overdose occurs in an unhealthy pet.

Firocoxib, more commonly known by its trade mark name Previcox, is a veterinary-specific non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is commonly used for osteoarthritis, inflammation, and pain control in dogs. When ingested in toxic amounts, NSAIDs can result in severe gastric ulceration and acute kidney failure. Signs of toxicity include vomiting, diarrhea, bloody vomitus, black-tarry stool,…

Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for treatment of inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis in dogs with addition indications for other species and dogs for control of post-operative pain. When ingested in toxic amounts by companion animals, meloxicam can result in severe clinicals signs including gastrointestinal ulceration (e.g., vomiting and diarrhea with blood),…

Deramaxx™ (deracoxib) is a veterinary-specific, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (i.e., NSAID) commonly used for management of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs. Overdose by any animal species can result in stomach/ intestinal ulcers and acute kidney failure. Signs of poisoning include vomiting and diarrhea – sometimes containing blood – plus loss of appetite and…

Dracaena spp. contains plant toxins (saponins) within the leaves and stems. Ingestion by companion animals causes drooling and vomiting. Clinical signs of dilated pupils and wobbly gait reported specifically in cats.