Want to avoid a phone call to Pet Poison Helpline? Child and pet-proof your house! Due to the curious nature of cats and the sharp teeth of dogs (who are able to chew through any "child-proof" cap), pets get into YOUR medications, which can be deadly.
Top 10 human medications that poison pets include:
* NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that result in severe GI signs or even kidney failure)
* Antidepressants
* Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
* Methylphenidate (for ADHD)
* Fluorouracil (a chemotherapy drug - often topically applied - that is EXTREMELY toxic to pets!)
* Isoniazid (an anti-tuberculosis medication that is EXTREMELY toxic to pets!)
* Pseudoephedrine (commonly found in cold medication)
* Anti-diabetics (oral antihyperglycemic agents that help lower the blood sugar)
* Vitamin D derivatives (found in Viactiv chocolate chews, certain types of rat poison!)
* Baclofen (a muscle relaxant)
When in doubt, call PPH at 1-800-213-6680!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
0 comments:
Post a Comment