Lychnis coronaria is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae, known as rose campion or dusty miller. All parts of the plant are poisonous, containing saponins, which can cause gastrointestinal upset, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your dog has eaten any part of this plant, you should contact your veterinarian immediately.
Symptoms of Lychnis coronaria poisoning in dogs can include:
- Gastrointestinal upset
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Lethargy
- Weakness
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Respiratory distress
- Cardiac arrest
Treatment for Lychnis coronaria poisoning in dogs will depend on the severity of the symptoms and may include:
- Inducing vomiting
- Giving activated charcoal to absorb the poison
- Providing fluids to prevent dehydration
- Treating any secondary infections
- Providing supportive care
Prevention is the best way to protect your dog from Lychnis coronaria poisoning. Keep your dog away from this plant and any other poisonous plants. If you are unsure whether a plant is poisonous, it is best to err on the side of caution and keep your dog away from it.
The article was created by AI.
We received responses from Google Gemini to the following questions.
My dog ate an “Lychnis coronaria”. What should I do? Answers should be in English.
673