☺️Pepcid is a safe and effective antacid for cats with upset stomachs or kidney disease.
😍Polysporin for Eyes is an effective antibacterial ointment for cats with eye infections.
✅Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that can help relieve allergies and itching in cats.
👌Chlorhexidine is a top-notch antiseptic for flushing wounds in cats.
💗Hydrocortisone can soothe red and inflamed skin in cats with allergies.
Can I give my cat over-the-counter painkillers?
—No, over-the-counter painkillers like Tylenol and ASA are extremely toxic to cats. The only safe painkiller for cats is Robaxin (Methocarbamol).
What can I give my cat for vomiting?
—You can give your cat Pepcid, an over-the-counter antacid, to help alleviate vomiting.
How do I treat my cat's eye infection?
—You can use Polysporin for Eyes, an antibacterial ointment, to treat your cat's eye infection. Apply one drop four times a day.
Can I give my cat Benadryl for allergies?
—Yes, Benadryl (diphenhydramine) can be used to relieve allergies and itching in cats. The standard dose is one milligram per pound, two to three times a day.
How do I flush a wound in my cat?
—You can use chlorhexidine, a top-notch antiseptic, for flushing wounds in cats. Flush the wound with a diluted solution of chlorhexidine two to three times a day.
00:00Introduction to the topic of safe over-the-counter medications for cats.
00:12Explanation of why some medications are safe for dogs but not for cats due to their different metabolism.
00:49Introduction to the first safe and effective medication, Pepcid, an antacid for cats with upset stomachs.
01:31Introduction to Polysporin for Eyes, an antibacterial ointment for cats with eye infections.
02:03Introduction to Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine for cats with allergies and itching.
02:32Introduction to Chlorhexidine, an antiseptic for flushing wounds in cats.
03:24Introduction to Hydrocortisone, a topical cortisone for cats with red and inflamed skin.
04:46Introduction to the only safe over-the-counter painkiller for cats, Robaxin (Methocarbamol).
