Is Drontal and Revolution safe for cats?

[sparkle1103]

My cat Daisy just got roundworms or shes had them for a year. She was a stray that got trapped and went to a shelter and I adopted her there. I understand Drontal is pretty safe at killing roundworms but that Revolution is a poison and is very poisonous.

Janice and Daisy

 

[stephanietx]

I give my kitties Revolution.  Usually, though, if she's been treated for worms and she's not an outside kitty, she shouldn't have them.  I would think if she'd had worms for a year, she'd no longer be with you.  However, you treat your kitty to keep the worms away.  I only treat my kitties quarterly since they are indoor only kitties.

 

[hazmat]

No experience with Drontal. I tried Revolution but 2 of 3 of my cats developed temporary bald spots where I had applied the stuff. I still have 3 doses of Revolution which I will use again in a few more months. Aside from the bald spots, which is a known issue with some cats, Revolution should be pretty save since it is pretty commonly used. Also, since you are only using it for worming only a dose or two (1 month apart) should be fine.

 

[random gemini]

I use Revolution on my dogs. IMO, there isn't a safer product on the market. I've read through all of the research they did prior to marketing it and when I had a flea outbreak here this summer, it was the only product I felt comfortable giving to my 13 year old dog, who has cancer and a weakened immune system due to being on steroids to manage her disease. 

Any product that kills worms or insects on your pet is a poison. That's how they kill the parasites. They work on the premise that you can give the pet just enough poison to kill the infestation, without killing the pet. 

Revolution is one of the few products out there that is actually deemed safe to give to pregnant cats and dogs and to kittens and puppies as young as 6 weeks old. 

The hair loss issue only effects about 1% of cats, so odds are good that it will not happen to you. 

Revolution is also one of the few flea and tick products you can give to dogs with epilepsy without worrying about triggering a seizure. 

Every cat is different, of course, and your mileage with any product will vary, but as far as the safety concerns go, Revolution is safe. 

 

[hazmat]

Ps. It may be cheaper to just pay for a Vet visit or even cheaper to ask a Vet to just sell you wherever he/she uses for worms in cats. My Vet actually uses Strongid which is a horse dewormer. Given orally it looks like yellow toothpaste. One dose followed by another 2 to 3 weeks later gets rid of all the worms. Cost me 6 dollars to deworm all 3 cats, (2$ per cat) such a deal.

 

[sparkle1103]

My kitty has been an indoor kitty since 2012, before that she was definitely a stray possibly a feral and  Im not dirty and I dont have rodents. I havent seen one in the whole 4 years Ive lived here. and I just cant figure how she got these. But you did say you treat your cats quarterly with Revolution. They want to give my cat Revolution every 3 weeks tll who knows when.

Janice

 

[sparkle1103]

Its making me feel better. I heard it is a horrible poison. So far they have just given her Drontal and she is lethargic. Just moping around. She is eating, peeing, drinking water and her poop has lessened and Ive not seen any worms yet.

Janice

 

[sparkle1103]

A dose every 3 weeks about a month apart.

Janice

 

[random gemini]

That seems strange that they can't give you a time frame. Revolution should kill an infestation like that with one application, unless the case is really severe, in which case, I would think that they would be using strongid, not Revolution. Ask the question! A good vet will be happy to answer your questions about treatment and will answer them honestly. If you don't like the response you get, I would go ahead and go forward with the treatment they recommend (because you should not allow your kitty to remain ill) and then I would begin seeking out a new veterinarian. 

It sounds like you don't trust this vet to steer you in the right direction. I'm not an expert on veterinary medicine. I try to educate myself, but at the end of the day, it comes down to whether or not I trust my vet to do what is right by my pets to keep them healthy because I'm NOT a vet. At some point, I am going to have to take them at their word, no matter how much research I do so it comes down to trust. I trust my vet. She has taken care of my pets for five years now and she has always put us on the right path and been happy to explain things to me that I did not understand. If your relationship with your vet is not like this... find a new vet. 

 

[stephanietx]

Who is wanting to do this?  I know that worms can be difficult to get rid of.  Have you considered a second opinion?

 

[sparkle1103]

This is what scared me?

http://www.nrdc.org/health/effects/npets.asp

Janice

 

[sparkle1103]

My vet. They tested her poop on Friday and called me on Saturday and said that she has Roundworms.

Janice

 

[stephanietx]

The 2 treatments 3 weeks apart isn't uncommon.  If you trust your vet, go for it. 

 

[oneandahalfcats]

Drontal or Droncit are heavy hitters and in my opinion should only be given in severe cases involving tapeworms, and no more than once a year as a routine worming.

Strongid is another wormer that is much milder and should take care of roundworms. Here is a page about the different parasites and the corresponding wormers that can be used  : http://www.luvmypet.com/worms-parasites.html

I would change vets is mine insisted on giving Droncit for roundworms!

 

[jyoder]

Drontal is good for hooks, round and  tapeworms.  And Revolution is great for hooks and roundworms and fleas.  I only use Revolution on my cats, I use it on them about every 3 months since they are strictly indoor cats.  I would just use the Revolution if your treating for roundworms.  Use the Drontal if your kitty has tapeworms.

 

[flame1412]

My kitty developed attaxia for 12 hours after I gave him one dose of Drontal ! And I'm convinced his hyper sensitive skin condition stems from that nasty medication. Never ever again.!!!!

 

[cprcheetah]

Both Drontal and Revoluation are antiparasitics, in an of itself means that they are toxic to parasites.  They can have adverse affects on cats.  I have heard of cats dying after getting Revolution treatments.  I work in the veterinary field and have personally never seen one die, I have seen cats get neurological signs after revolution.  I prefer natural wormers and natural flea treatments where possible.  http://aspenbloompetcare.com/resources/natural-pest-parasite-information  It also says on the package insert you should wear gloves when applying......that is scary enough for me.

 

[zookeeper67]

Well said.

 

[maui cheetah]

I work at Boo Boo zoo which is as cattery of 80 cats.  We have been plagued by super fleas that are resistant to Revolution and Advantage which are poison not only to your cat but to your family.  We have been using cedar oil spray (that is safe for pets-do not use cedar essential oil).  When I took my 5 month old kitten in to be neutered they put Revolution and it made both of us sick and didn't get rid of the fleas.  I gave him a capstar that rid him of the active fleas then I sprayed him down thoroughly with the cedar spray.  He was totally calm and soothed while I did this, spraying him all over (except around his face) and working the liquid into his fur down to the skin.  I towel dried him to get off the excess then he licked himself as they will do.  The cedar oil then went to work on him internally for any parasites he had inside his tummy and intestinal tract.  He slept most of the day and then in the morning was his rambunctious self.  He smelled glorious, like a forest of trees and his fur was soft and luxurious.  Best of all, no fleas.  Nature's Defender cedar oil is what I purchased and it is diluted one ouch to a gallon for direct application on pets.  I am totally against putting poison on my pets to kill parasites.  They say it is safe but I have seen what this stuff can do.

 

[maui cheetah]

Some times one flea can cause a skin sensitivity and the cats will over groom themselves.  Try Natures' Defender cedar oil as long as there are no open sores.  It will get rid of the fleas and put a protective coat of oil on the skin.