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Immediate Actions:
- Call your veterinarian or animal poison control center immediately.
- Keep the cat calm and quiet.
- Do not attempt to induce vomiting. Poppies and their derivatives can cause respiratory depression, and vomiting can increase the risk of aspiration.
- If possible, secure the poppy plant or seeds to prevent further ingestion.
Symptoms to Monitor:
- Lethargy
- Difficulty breathing
- Seizures
- Dilated pupils
- Nystagmus (rapid eye movements)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Treatment:
Treatment will vary depending on the severity of the ingestion and the cat’s symptoms. The veterinarian may recommend:
- Gastric lavage: Flushing the stomach to remove poppy material if ingested within a short time frame.
- Activated charcoal: This can absorb poppy alkaloids in the digestive tract.
- Naloxone: A medication that can reverse the effects of opioids, including poppies.
- Oxygen therapy: If the cat experiences respiratory depression.
- IV fluids: To support hydration and electrolyte balance.
Recovery:
- The cat may require hospitalization for monitoring and treatment.
- Recovery time will vary depending on the amount of poppy ingested and the severity of symptoms.
- Cats that have ingested poppies may experience long-term neurological effects, such as cognitive impairment or seizures.
Prevention:
- Keep poppies and other toxic plants out of reach of cats.
- Be aware of any plants that have been ingested by your cat.
- If you suspect your cat has eaten a poppy, contact your veterinarian or animal poison control center promptly.
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