What dosage of echinacea can be given to a 8-10 lb. cat?
Optional Information: Type of Animal: domesticGender: femaleAge: 12 or 13 Already Tried: My cat has had problems for about a year with recurring fever and lethargy. She has an undiagnosed problem that began as a "neurological problem" (a quote from the first vet who checked her), whereby she would wobble and then fall over when she tried to walk. Her eyes were a strange burgundy color behind the natural color of her eyes., and she had relapsed every two or three months. She probably has a viral infection was suggested recently. She has been given Amoxicillin (100 mg. twice daily) with prednisone (5 mg. once daily) and, most recently, Baytril (1/2 22.7 mg. tablet twice daily for 5 days). I read that echinacea can help a cat's immune system, but I didn't want to just medicate her myself. Thanks.
Thank you for your post!
What type of preparation do you have? Liquid? dried herb?
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I haven't purchased it yet because I wanted advice as to what is best.
Your options would be:
Dried herb - 50mg every 8-12 hours
Tincture (usually in 40%-70% ethanol): 0.5ml every 8-12 hours.
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You don't think it will do her harm, do you?
No - this should not cause harm and is a common herbal supplement that can be used for cats.
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Thank you so much for your help today! I appreciate your thoroughness in your answer.
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