My kitten is throwing up worms. Is a vet visit or OTC medicine best?

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19wk old kitten throwing up food with worms. Is it serious enough for a vet visit or just need to pick up some over the counter medicine? Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 24 days old | 2 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Well, I think the safest plan would be to have him seen by your veterinarian. My concern with would be if he is vomiting then he may have an obstruction from a large mass of worms. My other concern would be that if he is vomiting he may not hold down the medication to clear the parasites. I would also recommend you take one of the worms with you to the veterinarian to determine what type of worm it is so they can prescribe the most effective treatment. Best of luck and I hope he improves soon.

My kitten is throwing up worms. Is a vet visit or OTC medicine best?

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