Cat or dog eats paracetamol (Can medicine reduce fever and relieve pain in humans)?
Cats: Do not eat · Dogs: Do not eat — Paracetamol is especially toxic to cats. This is because cats lack the enzyme used to eliminate this type of drug. Even a single adult-sized pill can cause death in a cat if not treated immediately. Dogs are more resistant to the poison but can also be harmful to the liver if they receive high doses. Never give human paracetamol to pets. If a pet ingests this medicine, no matter how much it is Take him to see a veterinarian immediately without waiting to see symptoms. Because the sooner you treat it, the higher your chance of survival.
English nameParacetamol / Acetaminophen
catDo not eat
dogDo not eat
Symptoms that may be experienced
- Swollen face
- Swollen paw
- depressed
- Weak
- Difficulty breathing
- unusually dark gums
- Yellow body
Instructions
Never give human paracetamol to pets. If a pet ingests this medicine, no matter how much it is Take him to see a veterinarian immediately without waiting to see symptoms. Because the sooner you treat it, the higher your chance of survival.
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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