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I am assuming you meant "topical medicine" not "topic medicine."
For those who may not know what is meant by a "topical medicine" - it is a medicine which is applied to the exterior of a cat (or a human or dog, etc.)
The opposite of topical is "systemic." Systemic refers to inside the cat or in the cat's systems. An example of a systemic medicine is a pill which you would give to your cat to swallow.
There are some topical medicines which can be applied to one part of the cat but not to another. For example, there might be a medicine that you can put on a cut or scratch but not on the cat's eye.
Whether or not is is safe to apply a topical medicine to any part of your cat depends upon the medicine and where you are going to apply it.
One rule to follow when putting any medicine on your cat is: Anything that goes on a cat will go into the cat.
That means that if you put something on your cat, they will very likely lick it and thus it will go inside of them - thus a topically applied medicine will become a systemic medicine because the cat licks it and perhaps swallows it or it is absorbed by the tissues in the cat's mouth.
Some topical medications may be dangerous if the cat takes them systemically. Even if the medicine is safe to put on the cat it might not be safe if the cat were to lick it and take it internally. Such medications would not be used on a cat or would only be used if an Elizabethan collar was used to prevent the cat licking the area to which the topical medication was applied.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabethan_collar
Be aware that Elizabethan collars do not always prevent a cat from licking a wound. Sometimes they are able to reach the area even with the collar and sometimes they can get the collars off.
Always check with a vet before putting any type of medicine on your cat that your vet has not given to you for that purpose.
As to one particular medication - it is okay to put Neosporin on a cut or scratch as long as the cut or scratch is not a really deep one.
Neosporin is safe but Neosporin Plus is not safe to use on your cat.
However, you should always check with your vet when your cat is injured.
What else can I help you with?
What does it mean when a boy cat licks a boy cat's butt?
They are very good friends
What is a cat with a fever called?
A cat that is sick is called a sick cat
Why does your cat licks your kitten and grabs him by the neck?
because the baby cat doesn't no how to wash its self , and doesn't no what to do and they care
Will a katydid make a cat sick if he eats it?
A katydid will not make a cat sick if he eats it. Cats can eat bugs without the bugs making the cat sick.
Is there an over the counter medicine for sick cats?
It is not recommended to give over-the-counter medicine to sick cats without consulting a veterinarian first. Different medications can be toxic to cats or may interact negatively with their current condition or other medications. It is best to seek professional advice for the health and well-being of your cat.
What happens if a cat licks Neosporin?
If it licks it all away from where it needs to be, this can be a problem. I had a cat with a long-term wound which got better soon after switching to another ointment, which tasted bad (unlike the ones it had been on). So if this sounds like your cat, ask your vet if they can prescribe a bad-tasting ointment instead.
What if your cat licks off advatage multi?
Nothing bad should really happen. The medicine should be specialy made to where the medicine should not be harmful.
What do you do if your kitten licks flea medication?
There likely will be no problem if the amount of canine flea medicine ingested was within the dosage range for a dog similar in size to the cat, but take the cat to a veterinarian if it swallowed a much larger amount of the medicine or if it appears to be sick. Bring the container of medicine along with its instructions with you if you do go to a veterinarian.
Can three licks of chocolate pudding kill your cat?
Three licks would not kill your cat if they are small licks, if it ate too much then it may die yes, if it did eat alot then you should take it to a vet. Otherwise I do not think that three licks would kill your cat no.
What does it mean if your cat licks your hand?
When a cat licks your hand, it can be a sign of affection or grooming behavior. It may also indicate that the cat is seeking attention or trying to communicate with you.
What if a cat licks off the spot on?
it is bad
What to do if your cat licks a cane toad?
get a dog
What happens if my cat licks his neuter incision?
If your cat licks his neuter incision, it can lead to irritation, infection, and delayed healing. It's important to prevent your cat from licking the incision to promote proper healing.
What does it mean when a cat licks your finger?
When a cat licks your finger, it can be a sign of affection or grooming behavior. Cats use licking to show trust and bond with their human companions.
Can you give your cat Advil?
No. Human medicine can kill cats & dogs. If they don't die, they could get very sick.
What does it mean when a boy cat licks a boy cat's butt?
They are very good friends
What happens if a cat licks its neuter incision?
If a cat licks its neuter incision, it can cause irritation, infection, and delay the healing process. It's important to prevent the cat from licking the incision to promote proper healing.
