Is Ibuprofen Toxic to Pets?
Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to cats. Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to dogs. Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to horses.
PawSafe Check is for general information only and is not veterinary advice. Always contact your veterinarian or a poison control service if you think your pet has been exposed.
- Toxic compound
- Ibuprofen (NSAID)
- Toxic parts
- Tablets, gel caps
- Also known as
- advil, motrin
Symptoms
Cats (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Dogs (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
Horses (toxic)
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drooling
- Reduced appetite
What to do
If your cat ate ibuprofen
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your cat ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your dog ate ibuprofen
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your dog ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
If your horse ate ibuprofen
- Call your vet or a pet poison control line immediately — don't wait for symptoms.
- Do not induce vomiting unless a vet tells you to.
- Bring the plant, label or packaging with you so the vet knows exactly what your horse ate.
- Note roughly how much was eaten and when.
Good to know
Ibuprofen can cause stomach ulcers and kidney failure, and seizures at high doses. Cats are especially sensitive.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ibuprofen toxic to cats?
Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to cats. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is ibuprofen toxic to dogs?
Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to dogs. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Is ibuprofen toxic to horses?
Yes — ibuprofen is toxic to horses. Common signs include vomiting, diarrhea, drooling.
Which parts of ibuprofen are toxic?
Tablets, gel caps.
What makes ibuprofen toxic?
Ibuprofen (NSAID).