How long does it take for a cat to eat after taking deworming medicine?

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Sarah Johnson

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How long does it take for a cat to eat after taking deworming medicine?

Cats can eat 1 hour after taking deworming medicine. Cats should fast for 4 hours before taking deworming medicine. This will allow the medicine to work better. Cats can eat 1 hour after taking medicine. Eat and drink normally. The anthelmintic drug will kill the parasites within 8 hours after reaching the cat's body, and then excrete the parasites through defecation.