Updated 2026-09-06 · Prices in EUR · Recall feed checked daily
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Hyperthyroidism, radioiodine (I-131) cost across Ireland

One-off radioactive iodine treatment that cures more than 95 percent of hyperthyroid cats, including the required isolation stay.

€990–€2,170national typical range (EUR)
Dublinmost expensive city
Waterfordleast expensive city
Top 10

Where it costs most

Dublin€1,975
Drogheda€1,615
Cork€1,580
Dundalk€1,580
Galway€1,535
Limerick€1,500
Kilkenny€1,500
Tralee€1,485
Sligo€1,470
Waterford€1,425
Save money

Ways to pay less

  • Vets normally trial methimazole for four to six weeks first, because treatment can unmask hidden kidney disease.
  • Cheaper over a cat's remaining life than years of daily tablets and monitoring.
Insurance check

Insured cats in Limerick would get roughly €1,350 of this back.

Typical plans reimburse 80–90% after the deductible, for about €27–€56/month for a young cat.

Full table

All 10 cities

CityTypical rangeIndex
Dublin L€1,240–€2,710
Drogheda L€1,010–€2,215
Cork M€990–€2,170
Dundalk L€990–€2,170
Galway C€960–€2,105
Limerick M€940–€2,060
Kilkenny L€940–€2,060
Tralee M€930–€2,040
Sligo C€925–€2,020
Waterford M€895–€1,955
FAQ

Questions

What is the average cost of hyperthyroidism, radioiodine (i-131) in Ireland?

Nationally €990–€2,170 in 2026. Dublin is the most expensive city we track; Waterford the least.

Why do prices vary so much between cities?

Rent, staff wages, equipment and competition. Big-city specialty hospitals can charge double what a rural clinic does for the same procedure.

Does pet insurance cover hyperthyroidism, radioiodine (i-131)?

Yes, on most accident-and-illness plans after the deductible.

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