My hyperthyroid cat is panting, not eating. Should I stop her meds?

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My 16 year old cat is being treated for hyperthoroidism. Shes being treated w methimazole gel at 0.1 ml 2 times a day since Feb 14 this year. She started not eating very well since Thursday last week. Her heart is racing and she has been panting for the last 2 days. Should I discontinue the medicine? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 17 years and 7 months old | 4 lbs

David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

No, you shouldn't discontinue the medicine without consulting your vet but you must take her to your vet ASAP as there is obviously a problem, either the dosage needs to be adjusted or maybe she is developing a kidney disease, which is common with cats with hyperthyroidism.

My hyperthyroid cat is panting, not eating. Should I stop her meds?

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