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You are far better advised to visit the vet and get a prescription that is made for cats. Feline metabolism is different enough from human that drugs that are harmless to humans will kill cats; plus the necessary dosage is very different, even for those drugs that are used for cats. Typically, your vet will prescribe Clavamox, which contains amoxycillin, a member of the penicillin family which is still somewhat effective.
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∙ 15y agoYes, antibiotics are used to help cats with upper respiratory infections, but to get the correct dosage, you'll need to see a vet.
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∙ 9y agoUpper respiratory infections are caused by a variety of virus and bacterial infections. If the upper respiratory infection is caused by bacterium, penicillin vk will cure the infection.
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Can I use penicillin G for upper respiratory infection in cat?
Penicillin can be used to treat upper respiratory infections for cats so long as it is prescribed by a vet. Use the medication as directed and be sure to finish it, even if your car appears to be better.
Can you give fish pen penicillin to a cat?
Fish pen penicillin can be given to a cat being treated for an infection. However, like with all drugs, it should only be given under the advice of a veterinarian.
How much penicillin should you give your cat for an eye infection?
You don't want to give your cat penicillin. If the cat has a puncture wound, it will become or already has become an abscess. That is where the wound does not heal properly from the inside out and closes over with the infection trapped inside. Take your cat into a Veterinarian to have it checked out. Normally they will clean out the abscess and put a penrose drain in it so it can continue to drain out the infection & then heal properly from the inside to the outside. The Vet will also put the cat on antibiotics, the proper ones for that type of infection.
What is the penicillin per cat pound?
This varies depending upon the formulation of the penicillin (injectable, topical, oral), the location and type of infection and the overall health status of the cat. If you believe your cat has a condition that needs treatment with penicillin, you should take your cat to your veterinarian.
Where is the best place to give a cat a penicillin shot?
The vet
How long do you give the penicillin in a cat?
Usually until it is all gone
What do you give a cat for pain and infection?
Bring the cat to your vet.
If your cat is sneezing and has watery eyes can you give him some benadryl?
Never give a cat human medicine. Human medicine is much stronger than cat or dog medicine and you could easily overdose the cat. The sneezing and watery eyes could be a sign of Respiratory Infection (cat flu). Take it to a vet just in case.
Can you give a cat penicillin for upper respiratory infection?
Not a good idea! Even if you tried breaking the pill so that the dosage was smaller, its very risky and very easy to end up overdosing the cat. If your cat needs treatment, get it to a vet who can prescribe medication that is safe for the cat.
Can you get a respiratory infection from a cat that has one?
We have a friend who claims she'd been infected by her cat. We were wondering if this can happen, and what precautions one should take.
How long should your cat stay on penicillin to get rid of infection?
Depends, you should ask you local vet before you take him or her off.
How many days should cats take amoxicillin for upper respiratory infection?
This is a question for the vet who has prescribed Amoxicillin for your cat. It is common for owners to be given a week's worth of antibiotics to give to their cat at home, but this may vary. Consult your vet if you are unsure.
