Recovery and prognosis may vary depending on the severity of poisoning and the treatment method. However, the prognosis is generally good as long as the poisoning is caught and treated early and no liver damage has occurred. You should always follow your vet’s instructions regarding post-treatment care. Most cases of poisoning are resolved within two hours. Cats with acute liver failure can recover within a few days as long as the condition is caught and treated early.
If your cat has been placed on an antibiotic regimen, be sure to administer the full dosage for the entire duration of the treatment period. Failure to do so can cause further liver problems. If your cat has been placed on a special diet, make sure not to deviate from this diet until instructed to do so by your vet.
If you purchased or grew the caraway in your home, you should remove the plant immediately. If your cat came into contact with the herb through outdoor activity, you may want to limit your cat’s outdoor activity to prevent future poisoning. It is always a good idea to research whether or not a plant you hope to purchase or cultivate is toxic to cats. Since caraway is often used in essential oils and recipes, you should always keep essential oils, as well as foods and beverages containing caraway, out of your cat’s reach.
Follow-up appointments are generally not required for mild cases of caraway poisoning. Your vet will schedule follow-up appointments as needed to monitor healing following liver damage or failure.