Advice on giving antihistamines

joseph dooley · Oct 14, 2005

Hello,
I need some help on how to give liquid antihistamine to one of our cats who has a chronic nasal discharge problem. She has been too nervous to take meds; taste is sweet; vet suggested otc pediatric antihistamine, different flavors, none to her liking. Also, if anyone has treated their cat for this disorder, please let me know how you helped. Thanks, Joe

hissy · Oct 14, 2005

I use GSE (Grapefruit Seed Extract) in liquid form it is very bitter, but 3 drops in their water, and 2 drops in their canned food helps to keep bad bacteria away from them.

joseph dooley · Oct 15, 2005

Originally Posted by hissy

I use GSE (Grapefruit Seed Extract) in liquid form it is very bitter, but 3 drops in their water, and 2 drops in their canned food helps to keep bad bacteria away from them.

Thank you for the help. Where can I get GSE? Joe

mercymanic · Oct 15, 2005

Originally Posted by Joseph Dooley

Thank you for the help. Where can I get GSE? Joe

Most health food stores will have it.

joseph dooley · Oct 15, 2005

Thanks again. Joe

jennyr · Oct 16, 2005

To give a reluctant cat liquid meds I use a small syringe (no needle of course). Put her on a table and wrap a towel round the cat so that you are holding the corners at the back of her neck, then hold her scruff as well as the towel. Lift her so that she is still supported by her hind legs on the surface. With your other hand insert the syringe into the side of her mouth and give the meds, squeezing a little at a time. If you do it fast the cat is so surprised she won't fight (Usually!!).

joseph dooley · Oct 17, 2005

Originally Posted by jennyranson

To give a reluctant cat liquid meds I use a small syringe (no needle of course). Put her on a table and wrap a towel round the cat so that you are holding the corners at the back of her neck, then hold her scruff as well as the towel. Lift her so that she is still supported by her hind legs on the surface. With your other hand insert the syringe into the side of her mouth and give the meds, squeezing a little at a time. If you do it fast the cat is so surprised she won't fight (Usually!!).

Thank you. I'll try your technique.

joseph dooley · Oct 22, 2005

Hello again,
I checked with GNC and they only sell grape seed extract in capsule or tablet form. Is it grapefruit or grape and where can I find it in liquid form? Sorry to bother you. Joe

semiferal · Oct 23, 2005

I am not sure an antihistimine would be the solution to your situation, as nasal allergies are uncommon in cats.

To get a reluctant cat to take liquid medicine, I mix it with a generous quantity of chicken baby food. Unless the medicine itself has a really offensive taste, they usually eat this with no problem and do not even notice that there is medicine mixed in with their treat.

joseph dooley · Oct 26, 2005

Originally Posted by semiferal

I am not sure an antihistimine would be the solution to your situation, as nasal allergies are uncommon in cats.

To get a reluctant cat to take liquid medicine, I mix it with a generous quantity of chicken baby food. Unless the medicine itself has a really offensive taste, they usually eat this with no problem and do not even notice that there is medicine mixed in with their treat.

Thank you. I will try the chicken baby food.

carolpetunia · Oct 29, 2005

This may be what you were already referring to, but just in case: our vet has us treat nasal congestion with a children's nosedrop called Little Noses, and it seems to help a lot. (Of course, your cat thinks you're trying to DROWN him...)

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