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Is it an emergency if my cat drank water with aspirin in it?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Male | 5 lbs

My cat drank asprin water and I NEED HELP FAST

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Dr. Strydom, DVM

Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 25th, 2017

This is not an emergency service. You need to get your cat to a vet ASAP. Aspirin can kill your cat. You can try to induce vomiting at home but this is not recommended as there is a high chance that he will aspirate. Also, this will not help if he drank it more than 15-20 minutes ago. Chances are some of the aspirin has already been absorbed an your vet will need to intervene to minimize the side effects.

http://cattime.com/cat-facts/lifestyle/9662-how-to-induce-vomiting-in-cats

http://www.petmd.com/cat/conditions/digestive/c_ct_aspirin_tox

Hope this helps. Best wishes.
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