# Can I Give My Cat Ibuprofen UK? — Quick answer

PETHEALTH+ (https://pethealth.org.uk/uk-pet-questions/can-i-give-my-cat-ibuprofen-uk): Can I Give My Cat Ibuprofen UK? — Quick answer. Never give ibuprofen (Nurofen) or any human painkiller to a cat. Cats are extremely sensitive to ibuprofen — even one tablet can cause fatal kidney failure. If your cat swallowed any human medication, phone your vet or Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509000 immediately. Only use medicines prescribed by your vet.

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