Cat or dog eats ibuprofen (Human NSAID pain relievers)
Cats: Do not eat · Dogs: Do not eat — Ibuprofen is one of the most common drugs that poison pets, according to the ASPCA Pet Poison Center, because it has a very narrow safe range. Cats are approximately twice as sensitive to this poison than dogs. It can cause stomach ulcers and acute kidney failure. Do not give human painkillers to pets. If ibuprofen or painkillers from the same group are taken Take him/her to a veterinarian or call a pet poison center immediately.
English nameIbuprofen
catDo not eat
dogDo not eat
Symptoms that may be experienced
- depressed
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- The stool contains blood or is black.
- stagger
- Frequent urination or unusual thirst
Instructions
Do not give human painkillers to pets. If ibuprofen or painkillers from the same group are taken Take him/her to a veterinarian or call a pet poison center immediately.
This information is used for preliminary decision making only. It is not a veterinary diagnosis or advice. If your pet has abnormal symptoms or eats or comes into contact with something that may be dangerous. Contact your veterinarian orAnimal clinic 24 hrs.immediately
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