My cat scratched my dog's eye. How long do I use Terramycin ointment?

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• Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

  Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Usually you apply enough ointment to cover about 1/4 to 1/2 of the eye and then close it so that the entire eye gets covered with the ointment. It is administered 3 to 4 times a day. Good luck!

  

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• Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on March 10th, 2017

  You should ask the vet who recommended the treatment. It is difficult to know how to treat without examining the eye. If the eye looks better than you might be able to stop the medication and continue to monitor but you should confirm with your vet.

  

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• Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on April 8th, 2019

  Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. That medication should be safe and work fine. I’d apply it 2-3 times daily for 7 days. Put an E-collar on to prevent him rubbing at the eye.
  
  If squinting occurs and doesn’t improve in 3 days, or if anything else concerns you, it’s time to see the vet.
  
  Best wishes to you and Bielie

  

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