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If you’re worried about cat pain or any aspect of your cat’s health, please contact your vet in the first instance.

There are lots of safe cat painkillers that have been developed specifically for felines and these are available from your vet. What medication can I use to treat cat pain?Ĭats are (obviously) very different to people and it is simply not safe to give your cat paracetamol or any other human medicines. This medication, N-acetylcysteine, limits formation of the toxic substance that damages the liver and. Paracetamol even has a different name in America, where it is called Acetaminophen. There is a specific antidote for acetaminophen toxicity. Medicines that contain paracetamol include some cold and flu remedies, liquid medication such as Calpol. Just like with children, make sure all medication is locked away in cabinets out of reach of wandering paws. Many over-the-counter pain medications contain paracetamol so it’s best practice to make sure your cat cannot access any human medicines in the house. What can I do to avoid cat paracetamol poisoning? Cat poisoned symptoms: How can I tell if my cat’s been poisoned? Go