Can I give my dog CBD while giving other medications?

As with humans, cannabidiol (CBD) oil provides many physical and psychological benefits for canines. In fact, some research suggests that CBD oil may help alleviate your dog’s pain stemming from arthritis, cancer, and irritating skin conditions. Additionally, other studies associate CBD with relief from canine anxiety, seizures, and behavioral issues.

If your dog suffers from any medical issue, you likely have him or her take other medications. While considering giving your pet CBD oil for any reason, you must also know the possible side effects of CBD, and whether or not the oil will interact with any of your pup’s other medications.

CBD Oil and Your Canine Friend 

Although limited, existing research on CBD oil and dogs offers promising results. For example, one study found that canines given CBD oil two times a day for a month at a safe, consistent rate with their weight offered prompt relief from pain. Other research showed promising evidence that CBD relaxed pups suffering from fear-induced anxiety.

While CBD is a non-toxic substance with potential remedial properties, CBD oil can potentially interact with other prescription medications that your pup takes.

CBD Inhibits The Cytochrome P450 System. What drug interactions do you need to avoid?

Your dog’s Cytochrome P450 System metabolizes substances and toxins and is part of the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Sometimes, CBD may increase or inhibit drug effectiveness by interacting with Cytochrome P450, a group of liver enzymes that are part of the Cytochrome P450 system.

As a responsible pet owner giving their dog CBD oil, you must know in what combination CBD acts as an inhibitor and an inducer. Typically, CBD oil interacts with the following medication types:

1. Chemotherapeutic medications 

2. Anti-seizure medications 

3. Sedative or anti-anxiety medications 

To avoid any complications between your dog’s prescription medications and CBD oil, consult with your vet.