MedicationsCaution
Birth control pills
Also known as: contraceptive pills, oral contraceptives
How dangerous is it?
DogMild
CatMild
Monitor at home
Watch your pet closely for the next 24 hours. If vomiting, weakness or unusual behaviour appears, call us on +853 6677 6611.
Signs to watch for
- Mild vomiting
- Soft stool
- Bone marrow effects only with very large oestrogen doses
What to do
Count the missing pills and call us. Most packs are low dose and cause only stomach upset, but large ingestions in small dogs deserve advice.
Macau note
The plastic blister pack often does more harm than the hormones. Keep handbags zipped and off the floor.
This guide is for general information only and does not replace a veterinary examination. When in doubt, always call the clinic.
Reviewed by the Royal Veterinary Center veterinary team.