Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Betamethasone is used in cats for Eosinophilic granuloma complex (localized). Routes documented in cats: Topical. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Betamethasone in cats, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
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| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topical | Apply thin layer | q12-24h | 7-14 days | Eosinophilic granuloma complex (localized) | Moderate | Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.1440 (2026-08-01). |
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Potent topical steroid — skin atrophy with prolonged use. Systemic absorption possible especially through damaged skin. Avoid occlusive dressings. Use lowest effective potency.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cats may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Betamethasone dose range in cats, with cited source references: Topical Apply thin layer q12-24h. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Betamethasone in cats: Topical.
Cited course lengths for Betamethasone in cats include: 7-14 days. Duration depends on the indication — match it to the specific dose rule in the table above.
Betamethasone is indicated in cats for: Eosinophilic granuloma complex (localized).
These are general warnings for Betamethasone across species; consult the cat dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Potent topical steroid — skin atrophy with prolonged use. Systemic absorption possible especially through damaged skin. Avoid occlusive dressings. Use lowest effective potency.
Why a species-specific page? Betamethasone pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cats — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.