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🚨 DEADLY EMERGENCY

Call Your Vet or Poison Control IMMEDIATELY

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Alcohol Wipes

Also known as: Rubbing Alcohol Wipes, Sanitizing Wipes

household • personal_care
Toxic compound: Isopropyl alcohol (70%)

What Happens

Contains 70% isopropyl alcohol causing severe alcohol poisoning, CNS depression, low blood sugar, and respiratory failure. Rubbing on skin or licking also dangerous.

Timeline

Symptoms within 30-60 minutes

🩺 Symptoms

Alcohol poisoning, CNS depression, hypoglycemia, respiratory failure

Do This Right Now

Call vet immediately. Remove wipe. Do not let cat lick treated area.

When to Worry

Any ingestion serious. Disorientation, vomiting, difficulty walking, low temperature, seizures

Vet Consultation

Emergency care. May need IV fluids, dextrose, warming.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for medical decisions.