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A member asked:

Can i use cipro (ciprofloxacin) opthalamic solution 0,3? or diclofenac sodium 0,1? to treat my cat's eye? she has mucous discharge from eye and her eye is tearing.

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Dr. Dean Giannone
Internal Medicine 27 years experience
Not sure...: Doses and concentrations of medications that are safe for humans may not be safe for our pets. Certain medications may not even be able to be metabolized by our pets. I wouldn't take the chance, to be honest. Please consult with a veterinarian to be safe.
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