Permethrin insecticides
What will they do and How to mange?
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These products used on dogs when applied on cats causes tremors and seizures
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Bathing the cat in a liquid hand dishwashing detergent as they remove the agents from the sebum
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The tremors are best treated with slow intravenous boluses of methocarbamol (total initial dose 55 to 220 mg/kg).
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Barbiturates, propofol, or both can be used if methocarbamol is ineffective.
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Diazepam is preferred if seizures are present.
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Body temperature is monitored.
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Administering intravenous fluids.
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No antidote.
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Prognosis is good if aggressive supportive care is done.
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Last modified: Tuesday, 24 April 2012, 7:18 AM