Although pet parents are well aware of poisons lurking around their home, many don’t realize that some of the biggest culprits are sitting right on their own nightstands.

In 2007, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center received 89,000 calls related to pets ingesting over-the-counter and prescription medications.

To help you prevent and accident from happening, we have created a list of the Top 10 human medications that most often poison our furry friends.

NSAIDS -- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen or naproxen are the most common causes of pet poisoning. Intestinal ulcers and kidney issues can result even from very small doses.

Antidepressants -- These can cause vomiting and lethargy and certain types can lead to serotonin syndrome: agitation, elevated body temperature, increased heart rate and blood pressure, disorientation, tremors and even seizures.

Acetaminophen -- Cats are especially sensitive to acetaminophen, which can cause red blood cell damage. In dogs, overdoses can lead to liver damage as well.

Methylphenidate (for ADHD) -- Medications for ADHD act as stimulants in pets and can dangerously elevate heart rates, blood pressure, and body temperature. Seizures can result as well.

Fluorouracil -- This anti-cancer drug is commonly used to treat minor skin cancers and keratitis in people. It is rapidly fatal to dogs, causing severe vomiting, seizures, and cardiac arrest. Even those pets that have chewed on a discarded cotton swab can ingest enough to be toxic.

Isoniazid -- This is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of respiratory issues in humans. In dogs, it can cause severe seizures that ultimately result in death.

Pseudoephedrine -- This popular decongestant is in many cold and sinus products, and acts as a stimulant if accidently ingested by pets, causing rapid heart rate, increased blood pressure as well as seizures.

Anti-diabetics -- Many oral diabetic treatments like Glipizide and Glyburide can cause major drops in blood sugar levels of affected pets. Clinical signs include disorientation, loack of coordination, and seizures.

Vitamin D Derivatives -- These can cause spikes in blood calcium levels, resulting in vomiting, loss of appetite, and increased urination and thirst due to kidney damage.

Baclofen -- This muscle relaxant can impair the central nervous system, causing depression, disorientation, vocalization, seizures, and coma.

If you suspect your pet has ingested any of the items or other prescribed or over-the-counter medicines, call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center’s 24-hour hotline at (888) 426-4435.

And remember to keep all medications tucked away in bathroom cabinets, and far from curious cats and dogs.

For more info, call the Ladera Ranch Animal Hospital at 949-347-6803.