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My cat has eosinophilic granuloma. What are affordable treatments?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Russian Blue | Male | neutered | 10 years and 5 months old | 8 lbs

My cat has eosinophulic granuloma & rodent ulcer don't have $ to have 1x Mon shots. What meds & suplements can I use

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Answered By Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 23rd, 2017

Eosinophillic granulomas and ulcers are a symptom of an underlying allergy. It is best if you work with your vet to help alleviate the allergy - as continued steroid shots are not recommended in the long term. I usually start with making sure he is on an excellent flea control product every month without fail (and any other pets in the house as well). If BearBear goes outdoors, I suggest also performing a full environmental flea treatment - fleas are the biggest trigger for these lesions. The next step is a prescription hypoallergenic diet. There are 3 main excellent brands available - Hill's, Royal Canin and Purina Rx. Finally, if BearBear is still reacting despite these changes, you may wish to consider either Atopica for cats (toxo testing needed first), or oral steroids that you would give daily or every other day. Compounded varieties may be needed if you struggle to give him pills

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