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Cat Health & Behaviour => Health & Behaviour General => Topic started by: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 19:49:13 PM

Title: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 19:49:13 PM

MeToo has developed a small wound on the back of his neck (injection site).  My OH took him to the vets earlier and they said it isn't anything to worry about, it's just superficial, but have given us some cream to apply.  It actually says 'Fuciderm gel' for dogs!!

I know some dog medicines cannot be used on cats, have they made a mistake or is this safe to use?

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Teresa Pawcats on June 27, 2008, 19:50:54 PM

Its safe for cats, be sure to either use gloves or wash hands well after applying.

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 19:54:50 PM

Oh thanks T - thought I might have to wait until the vet opens in the morning, but I know I can trust your advice - ta!

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Mark on June 27, 2008, 20:34:37 PM

I was reading up on fucidic acid the other day as I was prescribed some cream for an ear infection that has it (+ steroids) in. Apparently, it is a very gentle treatment as it doesn't actually kill bacteria but stops them multiplying - something do with proteins or something  :Crazy:- so it isn't harsh. Usually conjunctivitis treatments have it in and so if it's gentle enough to put in eyes...........

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 20:46:29 PM

Thanks Mark, hope your ear's better now.  :hug:

But pls don't mention ears to MeToo, it's bad enough everytime he walks through the house purposely OH says, 'he's looking for his ears again'. :rofl: 

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Linda (Bengalbabe) on June 27, 2008, 21:11:06 PM

My cat has been prescribed fuciderm for over a year now to help ease her skin allergy.  Have never had any problems.

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Mark on June 27, 2008, 21:21:44 PM

Quote from: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 20:46:29 PM

Thanks Mark, hope your ear's better now.  :hug:

But pls don't mention ears to MeToo, it's bad enough everytime he walks through the house purposely OH says, 'he's looking for his ears again'. :rofl: 

My OH always says clapton is looking for the other half of his moustache  :evillaugh:

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Tiggy's Mum on June 27, 2008, 21:26:54 PM

Quote from: Jasmine on June 27, 2008, 20:46:29 PM

But pls don't mention ears to MeToo, it's bad enough everytime he walks through the house purposely OH says, 'he's looking for his ears again'. :rofl: 

 :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Title: Re: Fuciderm Gel
Post by: Jasmine on June 28, 2008, 00:39:16 AM

Quote from: Mark on June 27, 2008, 21:21:44 PM

My OH always says clapton is looking for the other half of his moustache  :evillaugh:

Poor blighter, some people can be so unkind... has he looked under your pillow?
 :rofl: