The manzanilla is one of the most effective natural remedies when it comes to treating eye ailments, however, we must know that the use of this medicinal plant should be applied in moderation and that it is not useful in all cases, in fact, it can worsen some clinical conditions, especially if the infusion becomes fermented, which is why it is so important to consult our trusted veterinarian beforehand and know how to apply it correctly to prevent the proliferation of bacteria.
In this article on our site we will see how to clean a cat's eyes with chamomile We will previously explain the benefits of using the infusion of chamomile, in which situations we should use it and we will show you a step by step accompanied by a video so that you know how to do it.
Benefits of chamomile for cats
The manzanilla (Chamomilla recutita L., also known as Matricaria chamomilla) is an herb that is present throughout Europe and is widely used for its active ingredients. It contains salicinic acid, phenolic acids, vitamin C and flovinoids among others.
It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, analgesic and healing properties, as well as digestive and choleretic properties. For all these reasons, it is one of the most used natural resources, not only in the treatment of eye ailments, but also in other pathologies, such as diarrhea and flatulence. It is mainly used when the cat has irritated eyes, inflamed or simply to clean them.
Even so, this does not mean that we should use this remedy for any eye problem, because in some cases it is completely contraindicated The ideal is visit our veterinarian to determine a diagnosis, such as conjunctivitis in cats.
Only if our veterinarian confirms it can we use chamomile in a complementary way to the treatment prescribed by the specialist.
Is chamomile good for cats' eyes?
Many people wonder if chamomile is toxic for cats, if it is good for treating conjunctivitis and if it is advisable to use chamomile in baby cats. We must know that, although it is a slightly toxic herb, does not negatively affect a cat's eyes if applied in moderation.
So we can use chamomile for cats to:
- Remove the legañas
- Relieve itching
- Reduce inflammation
- Hygienize the eye
- Fight redness
- Treat conjunctivitis
In the next section we will see how to make an infusion of chamomile and how to clean a cat's eyes with chamomile correctly, without harming our feline.
Chamomile tea for cats
To be able to clean a cat's eyes with chamomile we must first prepare the chamomile water, for this, we advise you to follow this step Step:
- Get a pot and boil half a liter of water.
- Add a tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers.
- Once it reaches a boil, remove the saucepan from the heat and cover it.
- Wait 10-15 minutes for it to infuse.
- Remove the lid and allow the chamomile water to cool.
- With the help of a sieve remove all the flowers.
- Apply it directly and avoid keeping it in the fridge.
Once the infusion of chamomile for cats is ready, we will proceed to apply it to the eyes of the feline.
How to wash a cat's eyes with chamomile?
Although in this case we are showing you how to clean a cat's eyes with chamomile, this procedure is also useful when cleaning a cat's eyes with serum. Remember that it is essential that before cleaning the cat's eyes and starting to manipulate the gauze we clean our hands well
We will start by acquiring a sterile gauze, which we will moisten in the chamomile water. It should not drip, just be slightly soaked Gently clean the cat's eyes, without pressing or rubbing excessively. It is important that the cat is calm at all times, for this, you can ask a family member or friend for help.
We will repeat this procedure between two and three times a day, avoiding using the water that we have previously prepared, to prevent it from fermenting and bacteria proliferate, which would seriously worsen the eye condition of our feline.
Do you still have any doubts? In the following video we show you how to apply it:
