Cat Ear Discharge Treatment: Medications for Pus in Fel

When you notice pus in a cat's ears, it's a pathological condition typically caused by an inflammatory infection. This can stem from a variety of factors, including but not limited to bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections. If left untreated, the severity of the ear infection in cats can escalate, potentially spreading to the meninges and leading to meningitis.

Understanding the Causes of Ear Infections in Cats

1. Accumulation of earwax in the cat's ears, often due to a lack of regular cleaning;

2. Water entering the ears and not being promptly dried out;

3. Overcleaning, such as cleaning too frequently or using cotton swabs to irritate the inner ear;

4. Longterm lack of deworming, which can lead to infections from mites, lice, and other parasites.

What Medication for a Cat's Ear Pus?

Cats have a unique ear canal structure, so when pus is present, it's best to consult a veterinarian immediately. The vet will use an otoscope to identify the causative agent and rule out not only bacterial infections but also conditions like mite or fungal infections.

In addition, a complete blood count will help assess the cat's infection status, allowing for a tailored treatment plan to be developed.

In the absence of veterinary care, here are some steps to take for initial treatment:

● Gently clean the pus from the cat's ears using a cotton swab or a cotton ball. Then, apply a petspecific ear cleaning solution, such as Erufen (Pet Ear Care Solution). This gentle solution is nonirritating and has antibacterial properties, making it suitable for both preinflammatory ear cleaning and regular maintenance.

For ear inflammation treatment, use the solution twice daily for the first seven days. Once the discharge decreases, reduce the frequency to once to three times a week.

Apply the solution by first dropping it into the ear canal, then gently massaging the base of the ear for 12 minutes to ensure the medication penetrates and softens earwax. Allow the cat to shake out the excess solution, and then clean away the solution and earwax with a cotton ball.

● Wait for 2030 minutes after cleaning, then drop a few drops of Erduke (Fluoroquinolone Metronidazole Ear Drop) into the ear. Fluoroquinolone and metronidazole offer broadspectrum antibacterial and antifungal properties, effectively eliminating pathogenic microorganisms with minimal side effects and longlasting efficacy, making them highly effective in treating external ear infections.

● Administer a broadspectrum antibiotic to the cat, such as Amoxicillin Clavulanate Potassium or Asud (Cefahexime Hydrochloride Tablets), for seven consecutive days to prevent secondary inflammatory infections.

● During treatment, use an Elizabethan collar on the cat to prevent scratching and secondary infections.

In daily care, regularly inspect and clean your cat's ears, maintain a clean living environment, and deworm your cat regularly to reduce the risk of ear infections.