Accepted Answer

Firstly, aspirin should never be given to cats. Cats are very sensitive to most human medicines. Secondly, vitamin C is not a needed nutrient for cats, so there is no benefit to supplementing with it.

Now, as to what can be done to help, you can try some nose drops such as Little Noses, which contains a decongestant known as Phenylephrine. This can be used for a day or two - but no longer - in order to prevent worsening of congestion. Also, you can run a hot shower and have her breathe in the steam to help loosen congestion. If you have a humidifier, that can be used as well.

Most colds in cats are viral, not bacterial, so often antibiotics are not needed. I usually recommend L-Lysine, an amino acid commonly available in drug stores. The usual amount is 125 mg twice a day, crushed in to the food. It can help fight some of the viruses that can affect cats.

Expert:	Drew
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Answered:	9/20/2009

Cat Veterinarian

D.V.M. Ross University, B.S. Cornell University. 5 years experience in Small Animal practice