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Can I safely stop prednisone for my senior cat with cancer?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | spayed | 16 years and 11 months old | 4.6 lbs

My senior cat has metastized cancer.17 yrs old. My vet gave her predizone1 and one half tabs a day.i wanted to know if i can just stop the meds.

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 2nd, 2018

Is there a reason you want to stop the prednisone? I would recommend not stopping it and if you feel it is better to stop the prednisone then I would recommend weaning off of the prednisone. I would discuss how to wean the prednisone with your veterinarian. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center.

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