Cat Ailments - A to Z - Amphetamine

This of course will not be a complete list - just one of each letter. 

The links should give you more information on other ailments. 

For information purposes only. 

• Dextroamphetamine
• Levoamphetamine
• Lisdexamfetamine
• Methamphetamine
• Adderall
• Adderall XR
• Dexedrine
• ProCentra
• Dextrostat
• Ritalin
• Concerta
• Vyvanse
• Focalin
• Strattera

Above is a list of medications that are legally prescribed that are considered amphetamines.
Though cats are smart creatures - it is not beyond them to eat a pill. Lick a pill. Find and play with a dropped pill.
You do not want kitty involved with drugs ( other than catnip)...in any way shape or form.

Drugs are bad..
We all know this, but kitty is not aware.
Kitty is like a constant toddler.

We tend to worry less when it comes to cats because the are less likely to eat pills then dogs.
This way of thinking needs to stop - though a cat may be less likely - it just takes that one time when they find a pill that for some reason they are drawn to.

ADDERALL XR - for some reason cats find this pill appealing - if you are taking this pill or someone in your house is - make sure you keep it up and away from cats.  

These medications - all medications should be kept safely away  from children and animals...and teenagers..

Seriously... these meds are in high demand and you need to lock them away.

Most cases of Amphetamine poisonings are accidental..
But...
People suck.. and sometimes people want to get kitty high. Those people may need to be punched in the face. 

Allowing an idiot into your home who would possibly harm your pets by giving them drugs is your fault. 
You are in charge of caring for these animals. 
They depend on your ability to do so!
Inviting a person into your home that can hurt them is not caring for their well being. 
The person who gives your pet drugs -that is their fault - and they should be held accountable - but take care of the cat first.  

Symptoms of Amphetamine Poisoning in Cats 

• Restlessness
• Panting
• Hyperactivity
• Sedation
• Agitation/irritability/aggression
• Muscle tremors
• Seizures
• Increased heart rate
• Dilated pupils
• Elevated blood pressure
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Drooling
• Death

 Because a Cat can respond in both a sedated or hyperactive way - it may not be clear what is wrong.
Actually all of these symptoms can be linked to many other things - so knowing your cat, and knowing how much medication you have in your house at all times is very important.

• A lot of AD/HD medications are prescribed to school aged children. 

It is your responsibility to manage those pills.
It is also up to you to explain to your kids the dangers of leaving these medications out around pets. 

If you have teenagers,  they need to be informed.
Of course you do not want them doing drugs - drugs are bad.
They still need the information.
Maybe they have a friend .. who has a friend..that may be involved in something ...who knows.
Chances are they don't even know which drugs are considered Amphetamines.
For your own information ..Click Here

I do not generally post information on how to induce vomiting because you should never induce vomiting if you are not aware of what your animal ingested. 
Always call your vet - this is not a cure all
But in certain cases it may save your pets life - so I will post the link on how to induce vomiting.
Information


A quick search online will let you know if the drug ingested is poisonous to your cat - here is a rule of thumb...suspect YES and hope for NO
Regardless call your Vet - just because google says its okay does not mean that your pet is fine. What if they are on a medication that can be fatal if mixed with another med that may not be fatal on its own?


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