About PredNISOLone
The drug prednisolone is used to treat allergies, inflammations, immune system and autoimmune disorders.
Features/Use/Recommendation
- An effective treatment for dangerous symptoms in extreme cases of bronchial and lung disease, skin disease, intestinal disease, spinal cord and brain disease, blood disease, and many autoimmune disorders,
- Used as part of some cancer treatment programs
- Part of the combination of drugs used to manage Addison's Disease
- Treatment for toxic shock syndrome
Manufacturer
Various
Directions
Consult with a veterinarian before administering prednisolone to your pet. Typically, dosage varies according to both the weight of the pet and the reason for treatment. For anti-inflammatory purposes, the recommended dosage size is 0.1 - 0.3 mg/lb, to be given twice daily; for treatments that require the suppression of the immune system, dosage size is 1-3 mg/lb, given up to three times a day for the duration of the treatment.
Ingredients
Prednisolone
Side Effects
Negative side effects may include increased thirst and appetite, panting, vomiting, restlessness and diarrhea. Prednisolone should not be used in pregnant females, since it can induce labor. Over time, other symptoms may present themselves: hair loss, weakened muscles, liver damage, and possible behavioral changes.
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