Many over the counter first aid treatments or medications could cause your cat to experience serious, or even life-threatening side effects. Today our Charlotte vet explains why you should never use Neosporin to treat your cat's eye infection.2020-10-05
What antibiotic ointment is safe for cats eyes?
Vetropolycin® Veterinary Ophthalimic Ointment - Bacitracin-Neomycin-Polymyxin. Vetropolycin® for cats is a triple antibiotic ointment often prescribed to treat bacterial infections of the eyelid and conjunctiva.2021-01-15
What can I use for my kittens eye infection?
Once your kitten's eyes are open the vet will delicately wash the eye and eyelids to remove all signs of discharge, pus, or crust. When the eyes are clean your vet may apply a warm compress to help prevent the lids from sticking together again, then apply an antibiotic ointment to begin healing the infection.2021-03-30
Is Neosporin safe for cats?
Key Takeaways. With veterinarian approval, it is fine to use Neosporin on dogs. However, Neosporin should not be used on cats because of the potential of a life-threatening anaphylactic reaction. For dogs, Neosporin can help prevent and fight infections.2018-06-14
Can Neosporin be used for eye infections?
Gramicidin, neomycin, and polymyxin B are antibiotics that fight bacteria. Neosporin Ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis (pink eye) or blepharitis (eyelid inflammation).2021-05-19
What can I put on a kittens infected eye?
Once your kitten's eyes are open the vet will delicately wash the eye and eyelids to remove all signs of discharge, pus, or crust. When the eyes are clean your vet may apply a warm compress to help prevent the lids from sticking together again, then apply an antibiotic ointment to begin healing the infection.2021-03-30
How can I treat my kittens eye infection at home?
- Dip a cotton ball in water. Wipe away the eye discharge, always from the corner of the eye outward. Use a fresh cotton ball for each eye.
- Steer clear of any over-the-counter drops or washes unless your vet has prescribed them.
How do you put ointment in a kitten's eye?
Hold the tube close to the eye, but make sure you do not touch the eye's surface with the ointment applicator. Squeeze the prescribed amount of ointment directly onto the eyeball, and then release your cat's head.