Once your veterinarian has definitively diagnosed red dye allergy in your cat they can discuss treatment options with you. Your veterinarian will treat the symptoms that have presented. Steroids may be recommended to stop the itching and reduce any swelling. Anti-itch cream can be used if your cat is suffering from extreme itching. Antihistamines may help your cat’s symptoms.
All medications should be administered as prescribed. If you have any questions regarding your cat’s medications direct those to your veterinarian.
If your cat is suffering from gastrointestinal problems, your veterinarian may recommend an anti-diarrhea medication. In general, digestive upset will alleviate itself once the red dye has been excreted from the body.
Anaphylactic shock needs to be treated immediately using epinephrine or even adrenaline. This is usually injected by your veterinarian. It can be lethal if not treated immediately. Your veterinarian may recommend keeping your cat in the hospital after they have suffered from anaphylactic shock for monitoring and to provide supportive care. Supportive care will include intravenous fluid therapy, oxygen therapy and possible nutritional therapy.