Human topical products are used by pet owners in such ailments to the his pet.Some topical human products cause dangerous to the pet.

1. Dr. Jibachha Sah (M.V.Sc)
Senior Veterinary Physician
Jibachha Veterinary Hospital
Bhartpur-4,Lankupul,Narayanagarh,Chitwan,Nepal
Email:vhrtc@yahoo.com
Human Topical Products Dangerous
to Pets

2. Personal care products Soaps and body washes, toothpastes, moisturizing
lotions, sunscreens, self-tanners, shampoos,
conditioners, deodorants, antiperspirants, make-up,
and other cosmetics, contain potentially toxic
chemicals

3. CREAMS CONTAINING HYDROCORTISONE
it can cause increased thirst and urination,
panting, vomiting and diarrhea.

4. OINTMENTS, LOTIONS AND CREAMS
ANTIBIOTICS
Commonly called "triple-antibiotic" products,
If ingested by your pet, they can cause
stomach upset.

5. ANTIFUNGAL CREAMS.
These are used to treat athlete's foot, vaginal yeast infections, "jock itch," and nail fungus.
They can cause vomiting and diarrhea if
ingested by your pet.

6. PRODUCTS CONTAINING ZINC OXIDE.
Zinc oxide can cause vomiting and diarrhea in
dogs.

7. MUSCLE RUB CREAMS.
Products contain salicylates, which are aspirin-like compounds
your pet can cause vomiting
with or without blood, as well
as stomach ulcers

8. Minoxidil, brand name Rogaine.
This is a hair regrowth product, but its original use was as a blood pressure medication.
Show initial symptoms of
vomiting and lethargy,
progressing to a build-up of
fluid in the lungs, and
ultimately, heart failure.