My cat has an itchy rash. Are there topical steroid alternatives?

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My 5 year old neutered feline is prone to skin irritation - itchy bumpy rash on tummy or foreleg. The vet prescribes steroids which does clear it up but alters her behaviour - she gets very lethargic. I don't like resorting to medication - is there a topical treatment that might help, please? Thank you, Marnie. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 5 years old | 8 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It sounds like Zumba is having a form of allergy. There are different form of steroids that can be prescribe and that can help but definitively this medication is the best to resolve the itch (I would continue with that). I would discuss it with your veterinarian, as long acting injections and minimal oral dosages are available. There is also a nice topical spray available, it's called Cortavance and you can get it at the vets.

My cat has an itchy rash. Are there topical steroid alternatives?

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