It looks like the cat ate some Japanese chamomile. Could you please tell me in detail what to do?

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Google Gemini Answer

Japanese chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) is poisonous to cats.

Immediate Actions:

  1. Contact your veterinarian immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to develop.
  2. Keep your cat calm and quiet. Any movement or agitation can worsen the symptoms.
  3. Induce vomiting only if directed by your veterinarian. Do not attempt to induce vomiting without veterinary guidance.

Symptoms of Japanese Chamomile Poisoning:

  • Gastrointestinal upset (vomiting, diarrhea)
  • Tremors
  • Convulsions
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Liver damage
  • Kidney failure

Treatment:

Treatment will depend on the severity of the symptoms and the amount of chamomile consumed. It may include:

  • Activated charcoal: To absorb the toxins
  • Intravenous fluids: To flush out the toxins and prevent dehydration
  • Anticonvulsants: To control seizures
  • Sedatives: To calm the cat and reduce agitation
  • Liver and kidney support: To prevent organ damage
  • Gastric lavage: To remove any remaining chamomile from the stomach (if done within the first few hours)

Prognosis:

The prognosis for cats who have consumed Japanese chamomile depends on the following factors:

  • Amount of chamomile consumed
  • Severity of symptoms
  • Timeliness of treatment
  • Underlying health conditions

Prevention:

  • Keep Japanese chamomile plants out of reach of cats.
  • Supervise your cat outside to prevent them from ingesting poisonous plants.
  • If you suspect your cat has consumed a poisonous substance, contact your veterinarian immediately.

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