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    Topical Cream Dangers

    May 5, 2015
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    On Friday, April 17, the FDA issued a new report about the danger that human topical creams can pose to animals. In light of this new safety alert, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) wants to make sure that all pet parents are armed with the latest information to keep your furry friends safe.

    Compounded topical creams (or ointments) may contain common and potent ingredients known as NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Examples includediclofenac and flurbiprofen. Although these ingredients are commonly found in creams used to relieve sore joints and muscles, they can be toxic to your pets.

    Pet ingestion of even the smallest amount of human topical cream can lead to serious issues, especially in cats. Note that a small exposure can even constitute a pet licking their owner’s skin after recent application of the product. Typical signs of exposure include:

    • Lethargy
    • Vomiting
    • Anemia
    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Death can occur without immediate treatment after exposure

    Please remember that topical products are still considered human medication—the number one cause of pet poisoning in 2014—and should be kept away from your pets at all times. If your pet does come into contact with one of these products, please call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 immediately!

     

     

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