Ibuprofen (Brufen) Toxicity in Cats | Symptoms of Ibuprofen Toxicity | Treatment of Ibuprofen Toxicity |

 In humans, Ibuprofen is mostly used for Fever, Pain and Inflammation but it's use in cats proves very dangerous even if used in small quantity. Cat is a very sensitive pet. Mode of Action of Ibuprofen is that it blocks the enzyme causing Fever, Pain and Inflammation. But when used in cats, it blocks other enzymes also, including those necessary for normal functioning of kidney and liver. 

When used in Cats, Ibuprofen is immediately absorbed and circulates in blood. Usually, the medicines, after reaching the blood circulation, is gradually excreted from the body through kidneys. But in cats, Ibuprofen, after its absorption, keeps on circulating again and again. That's the reason, it leaves very toxic effects in cats. 

Toxic effects of Ibuprofen depend on many factors including its dose, kidneys, stomach, liver problem,  dehydration, low blood pressure, stress and age decide the limit of toxic effects of Ibuprofen. Kittens and old age cats are more prone to these toxic effects of Ibuprofen. 

Signs and Symptoms:

If we talk about the symptoms, these include:

• Loss of appetite
• Laziness
• More intake of water
• Urination and 
• Vomiting

Other signs include:

• Diarrhea
• Depression
• Abdominal pain
• Tarry dark or reddish stool having blood in it

Outcome:

In case the signs and symptoms worsen, cat looses coordination, drinks more water, skin becomes pale (like in Jaundice), seizure, rapid breathing and at the end, cat goes in Comma. 

Treatment:

If we talk about the treatment, cat is given Intravenous Fluids to support kidney function and to restore the stomach if brought to vet within 1-2 hours of Ibuprofen Ingestion. Medicines to recover Kidneys and Stomach function are added in intravenous fluids. Activated Charcol (To be used only by a vet) is administered to lessen the toxic effects Ibuprofen in the body. 

In case of delay in Treatment, Ibuprofen may cause more damage to internal organs recovery may take more time. Keeping in view these side effects, Cats shouldn't be give Ibuprofen (Panadol) and always consult our vet before using any human medicine in cats.