Cat Urinary Tract & Kidney Medication

There are several types of prescription UTI medicine available for cats, including antibiotics, urinary acidifiers, and cranberry supplements.

If you suspect that your cat has a urinary tract infection (UTI), it's important to take them to the veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Your veterinarian will typically perform a physical examination and may recommend urine tests and/or imaging to confirm the diagnosis.

Once a UTI has been diagnosed, treatment typically involves a course of antibiotics prescribed by your veterinarian. It's important to give the antibiotics exactly as prescribed and for the full duration of the treatment period to ensure that the infection is fully eradicated.

In addition to antibiotics, your veterinarian may also recommend other treatments to help manage your cat's symptoms and support their overall health. This may include urinary acidifiers, pain medication, and/or anti-inflammatory medication.

You can also take steps at home to help prevent UTIs from occurring in the future. This may include providing your cat with clean, fresh water at all times, feeding a balanced diet, and ensuring that your cat has regular opportunities to urinate. If your cat is prone to UTIs, your veterinarian may recommend regular check-ups and/or urine tests to monitor their urinary health.

It's important to note that while home remedies such as cranberry supplements may be helpful in some cases, they are not a substitute for proper veterinary care and should not be used without consulting your veterinarian first.

Signs that a cat has a UTI include frequent attempts to urinate, straining to urinate, urinating outside the litter box, blood in the urine, excessive licking of the genital area, and changes in behavior or appetite. If you suspect your cat has a UTI, it's important to take them to the veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment.