Is it possible to have antibiotics prescribed? My cat has a bite wound and I already irrigated the wound. I just know

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Customer: Is it possible to have antibiotics prescribed? My cat has a bite wound and I already irrigated the wound. I just know that he also needs antibiotics and I cannot get to a vet until sometime Monday.
JA: The Vet will be able to answer your question, plus any follow-ups you may have. Is the cat bleeding at all? Any sign of swelling?
Customer: No bleeding just swelling and as I mentioned, I already cleaned out the pus this morning.
JA: What's the cat's name and age?
Customer: nacho age 6
JA: Is there anything else the Vet should know before I connect you? Rest assured that they'll be able to help you.
Customer: no that’s all. This is happened a couple of times before so I know the drill. I just don’t have access to antibiotics.
Answered by VetKristen in 6 mins 3 weeks ago
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Hello, I’m Kristen and I will be your Veterinary Assistance today, and as always, it’s my pleasure to assist you today. I may ask for some preliminary information to help me determine the condition or symptoms.

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Customer
Ok.

We are an advice service only so cannot prescribe medication.

If you are unable to get antibiotics until monday then cleaning the wound with warm saline a few times a day will help to clear out the bacteria.

Your local pet store should have strong antiseptic. Leucillin is a great one to use as it contains the strongest natural chemicals and will help to rid any bacteria and infection and help the wound to heal.

Customer
I want to preface this by saying I live on a farm and I have a lot of experience sending to my animals. I have previously taking my cat to the vet for wounds like this in the past and I know the receipt her I just don't have access to the antibiotics that I need. Are you able to help me with that? I can easily go to tractor supply and get whatever I need if it's available over the counter or if you could possibly get me a prescription I can go fill it up Petsmart.
Customer
If you're able to receive photos, I can send one now of the affected area

Ok if you are able to get to tractor supply they do stock many over the counter versions of antibiotics. I would call to them and see what your local one has in stock. A broad spectrum one would be the best to use

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Thank you so much. I am going to take him to the vet on Monday but I don't want it to get worse and I know how fast these things progress.
Customer
Unfortunately, I called five clinics today and none of them could see him or make an appointment until mid next week

Yes they can. I would definitely call to tractor supply. It depends on your local store as to the variety of what they will have but you should be able to get something to even get him started today.

Keep cleaning it as you are though and if you can get a good strong antiseptic spray that will help too. I am not sure if tractor supply do leucillin but if they do, its fantastic for wounds like this

Customer
Perfect. I really appreciate the information to help him get through the next 2-3 days with out it getting worse.

You are welcome. I will be offline in 30 mins until tomorrow but do let me know how you get on at tractor supply and how he is doing if you can. Just use this chat thread to send a message. if I am offline I can pick it up tomorrow when I am back on.

I trust that everything has now been answered to your satisfaction. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to get back to me on JustAnswer. In the meantime, I wish you all the best.
Kristen

Customer
Will do, Kristen. Thank you again so so much and I'll give you an update a little later in the day so you can see it tomorrow. I hope you have a great day/night.

Great. You have a good day too :-)

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