Best Pet Respiratory &amp; Asthma Medications

Eases Itching & Redness

A commonly prescribed allergy medication for cats that helps relieve itching and redness.

Helps with itching and redness caused from allergies by reducing inflammation. Can also help with other skin conditions. Pills are small and easy for cats to swallow.

Not ideal for cats with diabetes as it can increase the need for insulin.

Best Bang for the Buck

Affordable steroid that treats a variety of conditions including allergies and breathing issues.

Available in 5 mg and 20 mg dosages. This steroid can treat allergies, dermatitis, lung infections, and long-term conditions including rheumatoid arthritis. Pill can be given whole or crushed and mixed into food.

Not ideal for pets with heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes.

Temaril-P

Tablets for Dogs

Multi-purpose Medication

For seasonal and skin allergies, this prescription medication treats many symptoms that cause dogs discomfort, making it worth the possibility of side effects for most pets that need allergy relief.

Calms coughing and soothes throat irritation caused by allergies to pollutants. Also reduces inflammation, so may be effective at soothing itching skin in some dogs with skin allergies. Small pills are easy to hide in food.

Contains Prednisolone, a steroid that may cause side effects including elevated blood pressure, weight gain, frequent urination, and thirst. Isn't recommended for dogs with some health conditions.

Cyclosporine

Capsules for Dogs

Works with Immune System

Prescription medication that helps treat allergies that can cause breathing issues as well as other diseases.

Available in 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg dosages. Medication works with the immune system to suppress reactions to allergens. Can also be used to treat autoimmune diseases.

The medication can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Theophylline

Extended-Release Tablets

Opens Airways

Prescription medication that helps open airways for easier breathing in pets with a variety of conditions.

Opens airways to make breathing easier for pets who have a variety of conditions including heart failure, asthma, and pulmonary disease. Available in 300 mg and 400 mg dosages. Can help improve quality of life for pets with chronic diseases.