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My cat has asthma: Which is better, prednisolone or prednisone?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 6 years and 3 months old | 13 lbs

My cat is on prednisone for asthma. Then prescribed prednisolone. Is this going to be the same for her? which is better?

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Answered By Anna M., DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 6th, 2019

Hello, and thanks for your question. These are very similar medications, but prednisolone is best for cats, as they are better at digesting that than prednisone. Prednisone isn't harmful, but prednisolone is better in cats. Hope this helps!

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