Can I use Visine eye drops on my cat?

“Do not use any over-the-counter eye drops for your cat, unless it’s artificial tears,” Jones says. “Anything medicated can have a negative effect.”

What kind of eye drops are safe for cats?

Genteal Gel, Refresh tears, and Tears Naturale are all good choices. You can flush the eye with the eye wash and then wipe the eye with a soft cloth. If you are using artificial tears, apply 3 – 4 drops in each eye and allow your pet to blink.

Is Visine toxic to cats?

As with antihistamines, always check the ingredient lists of cough remedies; many include ingredients that are not safe for pets. Tetrahydrozoline, the active ingredient of Visine, is in the same drug class as oxymetazoline and causes similar symptoms in pets.

Can I use saline solution on my cat?

Immediate Care. Gently wipe away eye discharge using cotton soaked with warm water. For eyes that are swollen, gently separate the eyelids and pour saline solution (the same solution you use on your own eyes) between the lids.

Can you put saline solution in a cat’s eye?

Gently wipe away eye discharge using cotton soaked with warm water. For eyes that are swollen, gently separate the eyelids and pour saline solution (the same solution you use on your own eyes) between the lids. It is important you do not squirt the saline solution to rinse out foreign material from the eye.

Can you use human eye wash on cats?

You should not use human eye drops or other forms of human eye medication on your cat. It’s not worth risking your cat’s eyesight. And you should not try to treat an infection before you know what is causing it. This can make things worse, especially if your cat has a reaction to your eye drops.

Can I use Visine on a kitten?

Please do not put Visine in your kittens eyes. Visine can be drying & may make the eyes worse.

Can I use polysporin eye drops on my cat?

To be safe, it is best to avoid using any polysporin or related ointments, drops or sprays in cats. Similarly, avoid polysporin use in rabbits and ferrets because they can develop serious body organ disturbances if the product is licked off their fur and ingested.

Can I use human saline solution on my cat?

Yes, human saline solution is fine to use. Please, note that your cat may have a scratch on the cornea which potentially could cause a lot of problems if left untreated.

Can I rinse my cat’s eye with saline solution?

Clean normally occurring eye debris away from your cat’s eyes by dipping a cotton ball in warm water and very gently wiping the discharge away. Some advocate using saline solution, either store bought or made at home by mixing a cup of water with a teaspoon of salt, to clean the eyes of cats.