2006-10-01 15:08:16 · 16 answers · asked by pretzel772000 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
It's not recommended to give medicine for humans to animals. If your cat is sick, take it to the vet.
2006-10-01 15:09:48 · answer #1 · answered by Blue Jean 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Tylenol, a brand name for the drug acetaminophen, is extremely dangerous and can be fatal to cats in very low doses. Dogs can tolerate some Tylenol, but can be easily overdosed as well. Tylenol should never be used in cats.
The problem with giving Tylenol to cats stems from the way they metabolize the drug. It causes changes in the oxygen-carrying capacity of hemoglobin and is destructive to the liver. An overdose that is not treated quickly can be fatal in 18 to 36 hours in cats. Rapid treatment is vital because Tylenol levels usually peak 1 to 3 hours after ingestion. Even with aggressive therapy, some pets do not survive.
Symptoms appear more quickly in cats. They include progressive depression, salivation, vomiting, abdominal pain and rapid breathing.
Swelling of the face, paws and forelimbs may occur several hours after ingestion. Cats often pass chocolate-colored urine within a few hours of ingestion.
If your cat appears to be in pain, contact your veterinarian. There are many safe drugs approved for pain control in pets.
2006-10-01 15:54:14 · answer #2 · answered by errin24 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
NONE, tylenol will kill your cat. Do not give a cat any painkillers unless directed by the vet to do so.
2006-10-01 19:29:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
OH JEEZ... don't do that!!!!
Tylenol depletes glutathione in the liver. It is more dangerous than most people realize. You could kill your cat. Call a vet before dosing an animal.
2006-10-01 15:14:37 · answer #4 · answered by Ren Hoek 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't give your pet any human meds til you check with your vet. I know you're not supposed to give dogs tylenol or ibuprophin at all, it's poison to them. Same for cats.
2006-10-01 15:12:48 · answer #5 · answered by Starscape 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was told by my vet to give 1 tablet of baby aspririn to my 40 pound dog, he had just gotten nuetered. It matters on the size of the cat, if it is between 7-12 lbs, I would give an eight of a tablet, but you should check with your vet first.
2006-10-01 15:36:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
NONE aspirin of any kind will hurt a cat. Call your vet. Any vet assistant will tell you over the phone for free,It's not good.
2006-10-01 15:11:20 · answer #7 · answered by Dann R 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
NONE ! Asprin,tylenol or anything of that sort is deadly. It is fatal. If you think your cat is sick, get them to a local vet.
2006-10-01 15:13:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have always been told that tylenol will kill cats especially if you put it in a can of tuna.
2006-10-01 15:13:56 · answer #9 · answered by misha 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
NONE
It was meant for people ONLY. You'll do more damage than good. Go see your vet
2006-10-05 08:57:31 · answer #10 · answered by babysweetvee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋