Cats that lick external anthelmintics will usually be fine. Because in vitro anthelmintics generally cannot be taken orally, and they are a kind of anthelmintics, they will cause certain damage to the gastrointestinal tract. After being licked, they will enter the stomach through the mouth, causing other discomforts in the body, such as drooling, diarrhea, If there is lethargy, vomiting, etc., it is recommended that the owner take the cat to a regular hospital for treatment in time, and then actively take targeted measures based on the examination results, which can reduce the damage to the body and help the cat return to normal.
1. Why does it happen if a cat licks an anthelmintic?
Anthelmintic drugs are usually drops and are used outside the body. They generally cannot be taken orally. If the cat accidentally licks an anthelmintic, the cat will not be careful. Licking can cause damage to the mouth, and may also damage the gastrointestinal mucosa, which may even be life-threatening and affect physical health.
2. What are the symptoms of a cat licking an external anthelmintic?
When a cat licks an external anthelmintic, it may damage the oral mucosa, causing pain, restricted saliva, and chewing. As time goes by, drug ingredients may enter the stomach, causing damage to the gastric mucosa, causing nausea, vomiting and other adverse reactions. In severe cases, it may damage nerves and cause drowsiness.
3. How to treat and care for cats that have licked external anthelmintic drugs
If there is oral pain and stomach damage, you need to follow the doctor’s advice and take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and Drug treatment to protect the gastric mucosa. When nerve damage occurs, you need to take drugs to nourish the nerves as directed by your doctor to improve the condition. In daily life, cats can drink more warm water, which can speed up the body's metabolism, promote the discharge of drug residues in the body, and relieve physical discomfort.
