This common viral illness primarily affects infants and children under the age of 5. However, older children, teens, and adults can all contract hand, foot and mouth disease. A few days after exposure to the virus, painful sores appear in the mouth, hands, and feet â explaining the name for the disease.
Feline Diarrhea & Metamucil Use. Metamucil is an over-the-counter supplement used as a digestive health aid. Its active ingredient is a bulk forming fiber called psyllium. Metamucil has been used to treat diarrhea in cats; however, always consult your veterinarian before treating your cat with any supplements or medications.
Anbesol: Can be used ONCE on your cat for mouth pain. Benadryl: Give one milligram per pound â a 10 pound cat can get 10 milligrams of Benadryl every six to eight hours for allergies. Calamine lotion: Paint on itchy/sore areas for relief. Cortaid/hydrocortisone cream: Apply up to twice per day to itchy areas. Dramamine: Give one quarter of a 50 milligram tablet â about 12 milligrams. Metamucil: Mix powder into food. Use a half teaspoon for a small cat and a whole teaspoon for a large cat. Neosporin/antibiotic ointment: Can be used up to four times daily on wounds to help prevent infection. Pedialyte/Gatorade: Dilute with equal amounts of water for treating dehydration.