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Is it safe to give my 12-year-old cat human methylprednisolone?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 12 years old | 4.6 lbs

Is methylprednisolone from CADISTA (pills for humans) safe for 12 yo cat?

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on November 8th, 2020

I do not recommend giving any pets any human medications without specific instructions from your vet. Steroids have to be given carefully in order to obtain the correct therapeutic effect and they must be weaned off it when finishing a course. This is a discussion best handled by your veterinarian.

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