can neosporin be used on a cat?
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The Short Answer is Yes, Neosporin is Safe for Pets The long answer is; the regular strength first aid ointment is perfectly safe to use on pets with minor cuts, scrapes or abrasions. It is for external use and should never be used inside of ears, in eyes or on large deep wounds.
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Neosporin is available in both brand and generic form—you may see it labeled as “triple antibiotic ointment.” Neosporin contains bacitracin, along with polymyxin B sulfate and neomycin, thus the name triple antibiotic ointment, because it contains three antibiotics.
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Cats: The recommended dosage is 62.5 mg twice a day. Skin and soft tissue infections such as abscesses and cellulitis/dermatitis should be treated for 5-7 days or for 48 hours after all symptoms have subsided, not to exceed 30 days.
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Capstar(r) (nitenpyram) is also safe for use in cats as a "quick kill" in the event fleas are seen, or can be given every one to two days for routine flea control if an oral product is desirable. Several life stages occur before a flea becomes a biting adult.
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Although not approved for cats, florfenicol formulations (Claro-Bayer Animal Health, Osurnia-Elanco) can also be effective, Dr. DeBoer said. He uses these single-dose applications off-label for feline otitis cases for which cytology indicates cocci and treatment compliance is questionable.
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Containing two highly potent yet safe active ingredients, the neonictinid imidacloprid and the α-cyano-pyrethroid flumethrin, the imidacloprid 10%/flumethrin 4.5% collar with its slow release formulation proved to be very safe in both dogs and cats.
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This may be as a result of people using dog and puppy flea collars on cats. This is extremely dangerous to cats as the chemicals used for dogs are vastly different and extremely poisonous when used on felines. So our first piece of advice is NEVER, ever put a dog flea collar on your cat or kitten.
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Despite its reported safety in cats even when administered at 5 times the recommended dosage and 3 times the duration approved for use in dogs, fenbendazole is not approved for use in cats in the United States (although it is in other countries), so the drug is typically prescribed off-label to treat cats.
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Feline otitis is typically managed well with aminoglycoside/steroid combinations, such as Tresaderm (Merial) or Mometamax (Merck Animal Health). Although not approved for cats, florfenicol formulations (Claro-Bayer Animal Health, Osurnia-Elanco) can also be effective, Dr. DeBoer said.
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Ointments include NEOSPORIN® + Pain, Itch, Scar,* which provides 24-hour infection protection. NEOSPORIN® + Pain, Itch, Scar helps heal minor wounds four days faster** and may help minimize the appearance of scars.
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Only use small amounts: Neosporin is not safe for your dog to consume and when ingested, it can cause stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Use regular strength: Always opt for the standard strength option and avoid extra-strength varieties or ones with added active ingredients for pain relief.
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Bacitracin contains only one antibiotic, called bacitracin. Neosporin contains three antibiotics—bacitracin, along with polymyxin and neomycin.
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Ideal for itchy dogs and other pets including horses and large animals. Neem is not an essential oil and so the spray is also safe for cats. The eco friendly natural emulsifier allows you to mix the neem oil with warm water to make up as little, or much, spray as you need.
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If you're used to grabbing Neosporin for a minor cut, consider trying aloe vera instead. Its molecular structure helps heal wounds quickly and minimizes scarring by boosting collagen and fighting bacteria. Apply up to three times per day.
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Neosporin is for use only on your skin. Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this does happen, rinse with water. Avoid applying other creams, lotions, ointments, or other medicated skin products to the same areas you treat with Neosporin.
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Bronner's soaps is around 1 or 2 percent, hardly enough to cause problems for a pet. However, we recommend being absolutely safe and only using our Baby-Unscented Pure-Castile Soaps to bathe your cat. OK, so you've got your soap ready. ... Tire your cat out by playing with him or her before bathing.
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Although not ideal, you can safely use unscented human baby shampoo or a gentle, unscented castile soap on your cat. These types of soaps and shampoos are closer to a neutral or alkaline pH than adult shampoos, which is better for cats because their skin is slightly more alkaline than human skin.