Description

Cat Laxative

 Brand Name:  Cat Laxative

Manufactured/ Mktd by: Covetrus (Henry Schein) / TRM

Presentation / Packing:

60 gm Pack

Dosage Form: Paste

Contents and composition:

Cereals, oils and fats:

Nutritional Additives:
α-tocopherol acetate (Vitamin E)  10 mg / Kg

Analytical Constituents:
Crude protein    2.2%
Crude fibre    1.0%
Crude fats      34.1%
Crude ash      1.3%
Moisture        11.9%

Class: Laxative / Gut Health / Cat laxatives

Description:

Cat laxative is combination of natural oils, cereals, and added nutritional contents. It helps in removal and protection from hairballs in cats and kittens.

Indications for use:

Cat laxative is indicated in cats and kittens for

• Hairball removal
• Hairball prevention

Administration / Dosage:

Most cats will take the laxative directly from the tube or from your finger, alternatively place the cat laxative on to the front paw or on the nozzle where the cat can lick it off.

To prevent hairball:

Kittens (over 6 months): 3- 6mm (0.12-0.24in) weekly,

Cats: 6- 13mm (0.24-0.5in) weekly

To remove hairball:

Kittens (over 6 months): 13mm (0.5in) daily for 3 days,

Cats: 25mm (1 in) daily for 3 days.

Over-dosage / Side effects / Contraindications /Warnings:

Overdose related and other side effects have not been mentioned by the manufacturer. Phosphate enema should not be used for cats.

Pharmaceutical precautions / Instructions: 

Store in a cool and dry place.

Safety: Age / Pregnancy/ Withdrawal:

Do not administer to kittens less than six month old. Hairball can be averted by frequent grooming and by routinely using a cat laxative.

Use in pregnant and lactating females has not been warned by manufacturer. Always follow recommendations of your vet.

Habit forming:  No

Substitute: Tomlyn Hairball Remedy, Bolo Via Paste & Chews

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Que:  What can I give my cat for constipation?

Ans: It can be a good choice if your cat is constipated and you are looking for laxative for cats or a cat tool softener. Home remedies like regular addition of canned pumpkin also helps in the management of constipation in cats.

Que: Can I put my cat laxative in his food?

Ans: Most of the cat laxative preparations are flavoured and either can be fed directly or can be put on the paw so the cat/kitten can lick it.