{"id":627184,"date":"2024-03-08T15:34:39","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T20:34:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627184"},"modified":"2025-04-09T18:24:19","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T22:24:19","slug":"prednisone-for-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-for-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Prednisone (predniSONE Intensol) for cats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/corticosteroids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corticosteroid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> widely used in both people and animals. It\u2019s similar to a natural hormone called cortisol, which breaks down bodily substances like fats, sugars, and proteins. Veterinarians use corticosteroids in animals to reduce inflammation (such as in allergic skin disease), control or prevent autoimmune disease flare-ups (like rheumatoid <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/arthritis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">arthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), treat certain types of cancers, and as hormone replacement therapy for animals who don\u2019t produce enough cortisol. Though commonly used in veterinary practices, prednisone is inactive and must be converted to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisolone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisolone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> within the body to act on cells. This is a problem for cats. Their livers are less efficient than dogs or humans at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/veterinarypartner.vin.com\/default.aspx?pid=19239&amp;id=4951498\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">converting prednisone to prednisolone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so veterinarians usually don\u2019t use it in cats. They\u2019re more likely to use prednisolone or another corticosteroid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Prednisone with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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Unlike humans or dogs, cats do not efficiently absorb prednisone or convert it to its active form, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisolone\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisolone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterinary literature advises veterinarians to use prednisolone in cats instead of prednisone. Its beneficial effects, potential side effects, and dosages are nearly identical to prednisone. At low doses, prednisolone is highly effective at relieving inflammation. It suppresses the immune system response at high doses and can treat problems such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/arthritis-in-cats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rheumatoid arthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In cats, prednisolone is used to treat:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discomfort, pain, stiffness, and swelling due to inflammation, such as itchy skin or joint pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autoimmune conditions (when the immune system attacks healthy tissues, such as inflammatory bowel disease, lupus, or rheumatoid arthritis)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain types of cancer, such as lymphoma or multiple myeloma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adrenal insufficiency is a condition in which the adrenal gland does not produce enough cortisol<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although the use of prednisone is discouraged in cats, the standard guide to veterinary drugs, Plumb\u2019s Veterinary Drug Manual, admits there may be situations where the veterinarian\u2019s only choice is to give oral prednisone. Dose conversions are largely left up to veterinarians.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisolone-vs-prednisone\/\"><b>Prednisolone vs. prednisone: Differences, similarities, and which is better for you<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"inflammation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inflammation<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most common reasons animals are given prednisone is when the animal experiences discomfort, pain, swelling, or stiffness due to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckvetmanual.com\/pharmacology\/inflammation\/corticosteroids-in-animals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">joint pain, allergic reactions, skin problems, or injuries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These problems are very commonly seen in veterinary practices. Low doses of prednisone are enough to resolve these problems in other animals, but cats will be given prednisolone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"autoimmune-conditions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autoimmune conditions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Autoimmune disorders (or inflammatory disorders) are diseases caused by the immune system. Typically, the immune system targets foreign organisms and other substances. The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in an animal with an autoimmune disorder. At high doses, prednisolone or prednisone suppresses the immune system response to prevent or control autoimmune flare-ups.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"cancer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisolone or prednisone can stop the growth of certain cancers involving lymph cells. These include lymphomas, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/leukemia-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">leukemia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and multiple myeloma. In cats, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vet.cornell.edu\/departments\/cornell-feline-health-center\/health-information\/feline-health-topics\/lymphoma\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lymphomas can be a complication<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of infection with feline leukemia virus. It is believed that prednisolone acts on corticosteroid receptors in lymphatic cancer cells <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/veterinary-science-and-veterinary-medicine\/prednisone\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that induce those cells to die<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In cats, prednisolone is used as an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC10451823\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">add-on treatment to chemotherapy drugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or as a palliative treatment for advanced cancers. The use of prednisone is discouraged.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"hormone-replacement\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone replacement<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When cats don\u2019t produce enough corticosteroids naturally, veterinarians call this condition adrenal insufficiency or Addison\u2019s disease. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.merckvetmanual.com\/cat-owners\/hormonal-disorders-of-cats\/disorders-of-the-adrenal-glands-in-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s rare<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so most cat owners will never see it. If it does happen, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dvm360.com\/view\/feline-hypoadrenocorticism-yes-cats-get-addison-s-disease-too\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signs will include<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a lack of appetite, lethargy, vomiting, weight loss, depression, and dehydration. Low doses of prednisolone and other steroids are enough to provide adequate hormone replacement, but prednisone is not advised.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-prednisone-safe-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is prednisone safe for cats?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone and other corticosteroids are considered safe for cats, provided they\u2019re used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest time possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No drug is 100% safe, particularly corticosteroids. Cats should not take prednisone or prednisolone if they have had an allergic reaction to prednisone\/prednisolone or if they have systemic fungal infections.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone or prednisolone can worsen some medical conditions, so veterinarians generally avoid the use of prednisone in cats with:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congestive heart failure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes mellitus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach or intestinal ulcers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoporosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Untreated Cushing\u2019s disease (an overactive adrenal gland that produces too much cortisol)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giving a pregnant or nursing cat prednisone or prednisolone may be risky for unborn kittens or nursing kittens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterinarians will be cautious about using prednisone or prednisolone in cats with bacterial infections or who are still growing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"side-effects-of-prednisone-in-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Side effects of prednisone in cats<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that cats are less likely to experience side effects of corticosteroids than <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-side-effects-in-dogs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dogs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The bad news is they require larger doses for the corticosteroids to work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/image.chewy.com\/is\/content\/catalog\/146865_UseAndCareInstructions._V1569434520_.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of prednisone or prednisolone in cats include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behavior changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Panting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dull or dry coat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vomiting\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diarrhea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elevated liver enzymes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serious side effects include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach or intestinal ulcers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastrointestinal bleeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastrointestinal perforation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood sugar or diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infections, particularly urinary tract infections<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle wasting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe changes in behavior, such as aggression<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to know that corticosteroids like prednisone and prednisolone have a greater propensity to raise blood sugar in a cat than in other species. This is a serious issue if the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/diabetes-in-cats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat is diabetic<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or has other risk factors for developing diabetes mellitus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because adverse effects are possible, owners should watch for signs of these effects and call the veterinarian when they see symptoms such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood in the stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black and tarry stools<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloody vomit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loss of appetite<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive thirst<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive urination<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lethargy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fever<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pain when urinating<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"interactions-of-prednisone-with-other-pet-meds\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interactions of prednisone with other pet meds<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone and prednisolone are powerful drugs that affect nearly every system in the body. There are a variety of drug interactions to be concerned about:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAIDs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) increase the risk of gastrointestinal problems such as ulcers and bleeding. Veterinarians will try to avoid combining prednisone or prednisolone with NSAIDs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone and prednisolone increase blood sugar, an effect that\u2019s more extreme in cats. Cats on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/insulins\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">insulin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may require higher doses of insulin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/diuretics\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diuretics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> increase the risk of low potassium in cats taking prednisone or prednisolone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live vaccines should be avoided because prednisone and prednisolone weaken the immune system.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some drugs speed up the body\u2019s metabolism of prednisone, making it less effective.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone can affect the results of many important tests such as allergy, cholesterol, blood sugar, potassium levels, and thyroid hormone tests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-dosage-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone dosage for cats<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because cats aren\u2019t typically given prednisone, there are no standard prednisone dosages for cats. Instead, veterinarians use prednisolone, the active form of prednisone. According to Plumb\u2019s Veterinary Drug Manual, veterinarians should increase the dose if the only option is oral prednisone. However, there are no published guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dosages of prednisolone <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dvm360.com\/view\/glucocorticoid-use-cats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are higher for cats than dogs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because cats are more resistant to the effects of corticosteroids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For prednisolone, Plumb\u2019s Veterinary Drug Manual suggests the following dosages for cats:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recommended prednisolone dosage in cats for inflammation:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1-2 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mg\/kg taken as a single or divided dose daily<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recommended prednisolone dosage in cats for autoimmune disorders:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 2-8 mg\/kg per day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dosages for cancer or hormone replacement are individualized.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corticosteroids suppress the ability of a cat\u2019s adrenal glands to make cortisol, the natural form of prednisolone. If prednisone or prednisolone is stopped too suddenly, the cat will not have enough corticosteroid hormones, a potentially catastrophic condition. When it\u2019s time to stop prednisone or prednisolone, the veterinarian will prescribe a steadily decreasing dose. Tapering may last for several weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"can-cats-overdose-on-prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can cats overdose on prednisone?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cats can be overdosed on prednisone or prednisolone. As with any medication, call the veterinarian or an animal poison control helpline if an overdose is suspected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most likely reason for an overdose is that the veterinarian set the dose too high. This is called medication-induced Cushing\u2019s disease, but it requires a few weeks of overdosing before problems become evident. Call the veterinarian if you notice <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aggievetdentist.com\/storage\/app\/media\/medication-guide-prednisolone-prednisone.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as weight gain, pot belly, hair loss, thin skin, or weakness.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"can-i-give-my-cat-prednisone-every-day\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I give my cat prednisone every day?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterinarians will likely not prescribe prednisone. If prednisone or prednisolone is prescribed, you will give the cat one or two doses daily for a few days or weeks. Prednisone\/prednisolone is not intended for long-term use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"how-to-give-your-cat-prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to give your cat prednisone<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone can only be given by mouth, but prednisolone can be given by mouth or injection. Before administering prednisone or prednisolone to a cat, ensure you fully understand the veterinarian\u2019s instructions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow the veterinarian\u2019s dosage instructions carefully.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give this medicine with food.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give it at the same time each day.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not skip doses.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a dose is missed, give it as soon as it\u2019s remembered. If it\u2019s almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Never give the cat an extra dose to compensate for a missed dose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not stop giving the cat this medicine until told to do so by the veterinarian, especially if the cat has been on long-term treatment. Sudden discontinuation can cause serious problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The veterinarian will prescribe a tapering dose when it&#8217;s time to quit. Be aware that tapering may take several weeks to complete.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store this medicine at room temperature.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store any compounded version of this medicine following the directions on the label.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-alternatives-for-cats\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone alternatives for cats<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There may be reasons that prednisone or prednisolone are not the best choice for a cat. Fortunately, veterinarians have other choices depending on the condition being treated:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other corticosteroids, including topical steroids<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAIDs to manage pain or reduce swelling<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other pain medications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/antihistamines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for allergic reactions or itching<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other types of immunosuppressive drugs, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/cyclosporine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cyclosporine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for inflammatory conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemotherapy for cancer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternative or complementary treatments for some of the conditions treated by prednisone include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Omega-3 fatty acid supplements and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/glucosamine-chondroitin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glucosamine-chondroitin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for joint pain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild exercise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Probiotics for inflammatory bowel disease<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"summary\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summary<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterinarians rarely give prednisone to cats because it\u2019s not as effective as prednisolone, the active form of prednisone. 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