2007-07-08 14:28:55 · 9 answers · asked by snflwrgrl210 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Well, it's not true that you can't give a cat human medication. In fact, some of the medications a vet prescribes for a cat are originally intended as pediatric human. Pediatric Benadryl is OK in very small doses but I would prefer a vet tell you the exact dosage to use. And, if it is appropriate to use at all. Barring that, I'd start with a quarter of an infant dose, especially if your cat is small. You'll need a medicating syringe from the pet store for measuring and giving the dosage if it's a liquid.
Another thing that can help if your cat is stuffy. There is an over the counter device called Gentle Vapors. You plug it in and slip in a little card impregnated with oils like menthol - I think a couple come with it but you can buy them separately. It releases vapors that help kitties breathe easier. I use it in the bathroom so it doesn't have as much space to fill and you can turn the shower on hot for the steam. That can help, too.
I put a pillow or folded towel on the floor in the bathroom and the cat can sleep on that.
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I never found that it lasts much longer than 3-4 hours, even though it says 8. And, it does have a nightlight, but I don't think my cat cared about that!
Good luck.
2007-07-08 15:18:37 · answer #1 · answered by pookabun1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, there are doses of benadryl (also known as diphenhydramine) for cats. I won't list the doses since if you feel you need to use the drug, you should speak with your veterinarian. But yes, it is a drug that can be used with cats.
2007-07-08 22:56:05 · answer #2 · answered by star_in_the_stream 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,a quarter of a childs dose,or you can give Chlortrimeton,1/2 of a 2 mg.tablet once or twice a day.Make sure you don't buy the kind that has a decongestant or acetominophen in it;these drugs can kill your cat.
2007-07-08 22:29:19 · answer #3 · answered by Dances With Woofs! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I give my cat benadryl for his allergies. You cannot use the liquid or capsule form, you have to use tablets. You can buy children's benadryl tablets and give half a tablet but no more or you can overdose
2007-07-08 21:45:06 · answer #4 · answered by M L 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i have a cat that has severe allergies to ragweed,, yes they get it too. and my vet said half a baby tablet of benedryl every second day for 10 was fine, but to watch for adverse side effects such as toooo sleepy, and wobbly legs.. my cat was fine and now gets it every year for the past 5 years.. and guess what,,, hes still alive and kicking..there are some meds for humans that cats get such as Cisapride for bowel movers and lactulose for stool softnes.. always ask your vet first....
2007-07-08 22:11:05 · answer #5 · answered by hello kitty 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that my vet told me it was okay.. you give them half of a normal benadryl or give them a baby one..
2007-07-08 21:32:46 · answer #6 · answered by JJK789 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Half of an INFANT dosage is OK - use pediatric benadryl.
2007-07-08 21:37:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, it can be given to cats under veterinary direction.
2007-07-08 21:33:24 · answer #8 · answered by KimbeeJ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No you can't give your cat bendadryl or any medicine made for humans (I don't care what anyone tells you).
2007-07-08 21:52:39 · answer #9 · answered by mJc 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋