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My 1-month-old kittens were prescribed human meds. Are they safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 10 days old

I have 3 kitten aged 1 month 10 day. Recently I went a local vet . he prescribed 4 medicine (Taxim O, Mucolite, Zincovit, Moxifloxacin eye drop) at 2 drop twice daily. I am worried about these human medicine effect on my kittens. Is this good for my kitten. please help me.

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on April 22nd, 2020

The majority of pet medicines are also used in humans. I am sure your vet understands which ones are safe to use in Jack. I don't use these medicines in the US, so I can't comment on their individual safety. You should call your vet with these additional questions.

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