Can I give my cat paracetamol? Paracetamol is extremely dangerous for cats and should never be used to treat cat pain. We’ve all been there, your cat comes in having had a scrape and you think ‘ouch, where are the painkillers?’ If you suspect your pet is sick, call your vet immediately. For health-related questions, always consult your veterinarian, as they have examined your pet, know the pet's health history, and can make the best recommendations for your pet. In addition, even painkillers used in animals are not necessarily safe for all species of animal, and you should not attempt to use a painkiller in one species, such as a cat, because you know you can use it in another e.g. a dog. Best Answer: Panadol is highly toxic - it could kill your cat in a very unpleasant way - so it's definitely something to avoid. You don't really describe the injuries your cat has. What Can You Give a Cat for Pain? Pain meds for cats should only be given to cats under close veterinary supervision. Pain of short duration is often treated with a prescription opioid pain reliever called buprenorphine, but this medication can be costly over the long run. ****what happens**** 1] if you give panadol to a cat bubbles will come out of its mouth and it will womit and get sick it might even DIE might even be lucky be careful to not give cats panadol Aspirin can be used, but the dose is much much lower than dogs, and you need your vet to give you that advice. Never underestimate the benefit of somewhere quiet, with minimal disruption, somewhere warm and soft, and gentle pats, to help relieve pain. Can You Give a Dog Aspirin? Photo credit: congerdesign / pixabay. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug, known for decreasing swelling and the irritations associated with it. You should never give Panadol to your dog or cat. While you may be tempted to try to provide some relief for your pet by using your own medicines, or any over-the-counter painkillers you might have in your own medicine cabinet, the reality is you may be killing your pet. One common human painkiller - paracetamol - sold under many names and freely available in pharmacies and supermarkets is deadly to cats. The active ingredient changes the haemoglobin in the blood so that it cannot carry oxygen around the body.