What is the reason for the cat sneezing and runny nose? What medicine should I take?

Why cats sneeze and runny nose

Cats often sneeze and runny nose It is a symptom of upper respiratory tract infection, irritating odor and excessive dust in the living environment can also cause this problem. Conditions such as nasal tumors, polyps, foreign bodies, etc. can also cause frequent sneezing. It is recommended to go to the pet hospital for blood routine tests in time. The specific condition of the cat can be treated more specifically, so as not to delay the treatment and cause problems such as pneumonia.


What medicine do cats take when they sneeze and runny nose?

The following medicines can be prescribed for a cat to sneeze and runny nose: First, if the symptoms are caused by a common bacterial infection, oral anti-inflammatory medicines such as amoxicillin and clavulanic acid can be given to the cat Potassium, as well as respiratory drugs such as doxycycline, need to be taken under the guidance of a doctor. Secondly, if it is caused by a viral infection, in addition to oral anti-inflammatory drugs, you can also take some famciclovir antiviral drugs orally, and then take some doxycycline according to symptoms. Nebulization therapy can be considered for cats to promote the discharge of mucus from the respiratory tract, ensure the airway is unobstructed, and prevent the cat from obstructing the respiratory tract and causing hypoxia.

How to tell the difference between the common cold and feline rhinovirus

1 , The common cold is mainly runny nose, sneezing, tears, loss of appetite, etc., mainly nasal congestion, runny nose, basically no fever.

2. Cats have runny nose, sneezing, coughing, conjunctival flushing, conjunctivitis, loss of appetite, increased secretions, elevated body temperature, and fever. Later the secretion becomes purulent from serous.

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