{"product_id":"dexamethasone-generic-tablets-for-dogs-cats-0-75mg-1ct","title":"Dexamethasone (Generic) Tablets for Dogs \u0026 Cats, 0.75mg","description":"\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" class=\"img-responsive\" alt=\"RX MAP\" width=\"700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLow-Dose Corticosteroid Tablets for Allergies and Mild Inflammation in Pets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDexamethasone 0.75mg Tablets are a prescription glucocorticoid used by veterinarians for dogs and cats. It locks onto intracellular glucocorticoid receptors and shifts gene transcription to dial back inflammatory cytokine production and rein in overactive immune responses. The 0.75mg strength suits cats and smaller dogs on conservative anti-inflammatory therapy or maintenance dosing, covering allergic skin conditions, dermatitis, mild autoimmune disorders, and adrenal gland disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Dose Allergy Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brings effective anti-inflammatory relief to allergic skin conditions and mild inflammatory disorders in cats and smaller dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Small Pet Dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 0.75mg strength makes accurate low-end dosing possible where higher strengths would overshoot therapeutic needs in small pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDermatitis and Skin Disease Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takes down skin inflammation, redness, and itching linked to atopic dermatitis and allergic contact reactions in pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAddison's Disease Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps fill the gap left by deficient adrenal cortisol production in dogs and cats with hypoadrenocorticism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLower Side Effect Profile at Low Doses:\u003c\/strong\u003e At conservative doses, fewer systemic side effects tend to come up compared to higher-strength formulations, supporting safer short-term use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDexamethasone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDexamethasone 0.75mg Tablets are a prescription-only medication. A valid veterinarian prescription is required to purchase this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the dosage and administration of this medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dosage and administration of this medication must be determined by a licensed veterinarian. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any prescription medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucking the tablet into a soft pill pocket or pill wrap treat is a simple way to get your pet to take their daily dose without any fuss. Pairing it with a small meal helps take the edge off stomach upset, particularly in pets with more sensitive digestive systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dog-pill-pockets\" title=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: best easy pill-giving solutions | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Dogs\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cat-pill-pockets\" title=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Cat pill pockets \u0026amp; wraps: easy medication treats | hardypaw\"\u003eShop Pill Pockets for Cats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever Stop Abruptly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even a low-dose course running past two weeks needs to be wound down gradually to protect adrenal function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid With NSAIDs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and this medication together create a significantly elevated gastrointestinal ulceration risk at any dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Active Infections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Animals with active bacterial or fungal infections need appropriate antimicrobial cover before this medication can be safely used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid in Pregnancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pregnant animals should not be given this medication, as it can bring on premature labor regardless of dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution in Diabetic Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even low doses can push blood glucose up in diabetic dogs and cats, so careful monitoring is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Live Vaccines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Live virus vaccines should be kept away from this medication's active period, as vaccination response can be blunted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrug Interaction Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share current medications including phenobarbital, furosemide, cyclosporine, and ketoconazole with your veterinarian before starting treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Thirst and Urination:\u003c\/strong\u003e More drinking and urination are the most commonly expected reactions even at low dexamethasone doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Appetite:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rise in appetite and food-seeking behavior tends to show up in pets on even conservative doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGI Ulceration Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gastrointestinal trouble showing up as black or tarry stools and bloody vomit needs immediate veterinary attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver Enzyme Changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liver enzyme elevations are something dogs on dexamethasone commonly experience and should be tracked through periodic bloodwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even at low doses this medication dials back immune function, leaving pets more open to infections during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Room Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tablets somewhere cool and dry, maintaining a temperature of 59°F to 86°F inside a tightly closed container away from heat and humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect From Light and Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dark, dry spot away from direct sunlight is the right place to keep these tablets and hold their stability and potency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOut of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep this medication somewhere children and untreated animals in the home cannot get to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e For generic medications, the product image shown may not reflect the actual item received. Generic medications can vary in size, color, and shape between orders depending on the manufacturer. Additionally, your medication may arrive packaged in a HardyPaw Pharmacy vial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: Why might a veterinarian choose dexamethasone 0.75mg over prednisone for a cat with allergies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prednisone has to be converted to prednisolone in the liver before it does anything, and cats are not particularly good at making that conversion happen reliably. Dexamethasone arrives already active, so that step drops out entirely and the effect is more consistent. Being more potent also means less needs to go in, which makes the whole process of dosing and giving it to cats more manageable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Can dexamethasone 0.75mg be used for long-term management of allergic skin disease in dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running dexamethasone day after day at any dose eventually takes a toll, with adrenal suppression, immune compromise, and metabolic changes all on the table over time. Veterinarians tend to keep courses as short as the situation allows, and when allergy control needs to run longer, something like oclacitinib or lokivetmab is usually the more suitable route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Can dexamethasone be used to manage Addison's disease in dogs at this low strength?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs with hypoadrenocorticism that need glucocorticoid replacement are candidates for dexamethasone as part of their management plan. The 0.75mg size is a practical fit for small dogs or those whose condition calls for only a small amount of supplementation. Corticosteroid type and dose are things a veterinarian will pin down based on how the condition presents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What is the difference between short-term and long-term side effects of low-dose dexamethasone in pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e At low doses and over a short stretch, pets mostly notice more thirst, more bathroom trips, and a bigger appetite. The longer the medication runs, the more the body shows it. Muscle loss, thinning skin, a rounder belly, climbing liver enzymes, and a higher chance of picking up infections can all come into the picture. Regular vet visits matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Why is it important to taper dexamethasone even when it is given at a low dose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-dose courses still slow adrenal cortisol output enough that an abrupt stop can bring on weakness, vomiting, and collapse. A veterinarian will set out a step-down schedule that gives the adrenal glands enough runway to resume normal function safely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Varies (Generic)","offers":[{"title":"1 count","offer_id":43176364146849,"sku":"078398046-1","price":0.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 count","offer_id":44311714726049,"sku":"078398046-30","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 count","offer_id":44311714758817,"sku":"078398046-60","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90 count","offer_id":43176364245153,"sku":"078398046-90","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/2446\/5313\/files\/dexamethasone-generic-tablets-for-dogs-cats-0-75mg-90-count-pet-146.jpg?v=1777915704","url":"https:\/\/hordypaw.shop\/products\/dexamethasone-generic-tablets-for-dogs-cats-0-75mg-1ct","provider":"HardyPaw","version":"1.0","type":"link"}