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Readers Respond: Has your pet ever had a bad reaction to a medication or topical treatment?

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By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com

Has your pet experienced an adverse reaction to a drug or topical product? There were several reports about Promeris in 2008 and flea and tick products in 2009.

The first thing to do is call your vet as soon as possible. It is a good idea to write down any details you can remember - the time and method of administration, what signs were noted, and what time(s) those signs appeared.

Please report your pet's adverse reaction, either via your veterinarian or yourself. It is important to report these events to provide data and alert other veterinarians, regulating agencies and ultimately, to protect other pets.

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promeris

I used promeris on my cat and within days his hair fell out between his shoulderblades and he developed 3 wart like places, 2 on his shoulders and one on top of his head, I will never use it again. I went back to Revolution. Wish I would have never switched to promeris. Has anyone else had warts or something appear on your pet after using this product?
—kim1965kdm

toxins to your pet

The household chemicals you use on your floor seep through the dog's paws. I have been using wow green products they are non-toxic. They have an all-purpose cleaner that I use on the floors. I watch other people's lawns -- they spray with pesticides. My poodle almost died with pancreatitis, so I am extra careful now. Linda Reese
—Guest reeselinda@rocketmail.com

Promeris Reaction

My 8 yr old dog's skin was burnt. Being very hairy, we were unaware of the reaction until the dog went to the groomer. After going to the vet and being on steroids, the area is now scabbed over and the hair is falling out at the site.
—Guest marie

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