This common viral illness primarily affects infants and children under the age of 5. However, older children, teens, and adults can all contract hand, foot and mouth disease. A few days after exposure to the virus, painful sores appear in the mouth, hands, and feet â explaining the name for the disease.
Feline Diarrhea & Metamucil Use. Metamucil is an over-the-counter supplement used as a digestive health aid. Its active ingredient is a bulk forming fiber called psyllium. Metamucil has been used to treat diarrhea in cats; however, always consult your veterinarian before treating your cat with any supplements or medications.
Children who are allergic to penicillin can take clindamycin and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim DS) as an alternative.3,5,12 In the case of cat bite, adult patients who are allergic to penicillin can take cefuroxime (Ceftin) 500 mg orally every 12 hours or doxycycline (Vibramycin) 100 mg orally twice a day.