Carrots are rich in carotenes, which are substances related to vitamin A. They're found in the orange pigments and are good for you, but, if you eat lots and lots of carrots, you can develop a yellowish or orange cast to your skin. It's mostly noticeable on the soles of your feet and the palms of your hands.
Benadryl is another decongestant safe for use in cats, although it is usually not as effective as chlortrimeton in treating congestion. Benadryl is generally more beneficial with treating snake bites, reactions to vaccinations, itching, and insect bites.
Post-surgery respiratory problems have been associated with the use of chlorhexidine products in cats. If the product is put into the ear in the presence of a ruptured eardrum, it can also lead to deafness. It is commonly used to manage skin infections in dogs.