Clinical and Laboratory Findings of the First Reported Oral Flumethrin Toxicity in a Cat
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Flumethrin is an ectoparasiticide drug belonging to the α-cyano pyrethroid group, which is a long-acting drug due to its lipophilic structure. Although its absorption after oral administration is slow, its ability to remain in systemic circulation for a long time causes clinical signs to appear later and persist longer. This case report discusses the acute toxicity observed in a cat that ingested a topical preparation intended for dogs and containing flumethrin. The cat exhibited neurological symptoms such as hypersalivation, tremors, and lethargy. Later laboratory findings revealed elevated hepatic enzyme levels. Clinical improvement was observed on day 14 following symptomatic treatment. Haematological and biochemical parameters returned to normal by day 30. This case demonstrates that exposure to pyrethroids may cause serious toxic effects, particularly in cats.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
Veteriner Parazitoloji, Veteriner Tanı ve Teşhis
Bölüm
Olgu Sunumu
Erken Görünüm Tarihi
15 Haziran 2026
Yayımlanma Tarihi
15 Haziran 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
27 Kasım 2025
Kabul Tarihi
12 Mayıs 2026
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2026 Cilt: 19 Sayı: 2
