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I took my cat into the vet on Monday because she had a hot spot on her leg she had been constantly biting and licking. My regular vet was out of town (he is the sole vet at the practice), so he had a retired vet filling in for him. This vet suggested she might have a staph infection and gave her a shot of Depo Medrol which is Methylprednisolone a steroid that would last 3-5 weeks. He also gave her some Cefpodoxime a antibiotic for me to give her daily for 2 weeks. In hindsight, I wish I had done research on Depo Medrol and asked questions, but not being a vet I just went with it. Ever since the steroid shot she's had an insatiable appetite and has been very restless. She is literally begging me at any opportunity to for MORE food.
I called the vet today and went over her symptoms. They assured me that this was a normal side effect and not to worry.I love my veterinary office.They have been a godsend on many occasions, but I'm I feel so bad for my cat right now! I also read some TERRIFYING stories regarding Depo Medrol that now have me worried sick. The vet suggested I really space out her meals, and try not to over feed her. I've never seen her so crazed for food before! The stinky thing is this drug won't wear off for a few weeks.
Has anyone experienced this with their cat? Any advice or support? Thank you!
I called the vet today and went over her symptoms. They assured me that this was a normal side effect and not to worry.I love my veterinary office.They have been a godsend on many occasions, but I'm I feel so bad for my cat right now! I also read some TERRIFYING stories regarding Depo Medrol that now have me worried sick. The vet suggested I really space out her meals, and try not to over feed her. I've never seen her so crazed for food before! The stinky thing is this drug won't wear off for a few weeks.
Has anyone experienced this with their cat? Any advice or support? Thank you!