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Prednisone for Cats can be used to treat
allergies, inflammations and autoimmune disease. Prednisone will
reduce swelling, pain and redness that is associated with inflammation.
Prednisone for Cats is stronger than most cortisone
medications and can only be prescribed by a veterinarian. You should
only give the medication according to the instructions given by
your veterinarian.
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Prednisone should not be given to pregnant cats as
it can induce labor. Although cats are less likely to develop side
effects than dogs, occasionally polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia,
weight gain, GI disturbances and behavioral changes occur.
Your veterinarian should examine your cat and give
the lowest dosage as using Prednisone for Cats over long periods
of time can cause a resistance to the medication. But cats usually
need a higher dosage than dogs.
Prednisone can be found in 1 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10
mg, 20 mg and 50 mg tablets, 3mg/ml syrup and 1mg/ml suspension,
and an injectable form in 20/ml up to 125/mg/ml concentrations.
Your veterinarian will be able to tell you exactly
how much Prednisone for Cats to give and how often it should be
given. He will also know how long your cat should take the medication
and it is best as will all medications to not stop the treatment
abruptly.
 What
the vet says
Prednisone for Cats is a synthetic corticosteroid used for many
conditions in both human and veterinary medicine. It can be
used for treatment of bronchial and lung diseases, skin diseases,
intestinal diseases, spinal cord and brain diseases, and diseases
of the blood. It can also be used in emergencies situations
including anaphylactic reactions, spinal chord trauma, and many
forms of shock. It can also be used to manage and treat immune
mediated disease such as immune mediated hemolytic anemia, or
thombocytopenia: many CNS disorders: some neoplasia: dermatologic
diseases: allergic reactions such as asthma, hives, and itching:
inflammatory orthopedic diseases: endocrine disorders including
Addison's: respiratory disease with an inflammatory component,
inflammatory bowel diseases and many other conditions. |
Prednisone for Cats FAQ
Generic Name
Prednisone (pred’-ni-zone)
Brand Name(s)
Deltasone (Pharmacia), Sterapred (Merz)
What is Prednisone for Cats used for?
Prednisone is an oral corticosteroid intended for use in cats. The
indications for prednisone are the same as those for other anti-inflammatory
steroids. Representative conditions that are responsive to anti-inflammatory
corticosteroid therapy are skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis,
allergic reactions such as hives and asthma, inflammatory eye conditions,
otitis externa, arthritis and bursitis, ulcerative colitis and nephrosis.
Availability
Prednisone is a prescription medication available as scored tablets.
How should Prednisone for Cats be used?
Prednisone is not FDA approved for use in animals; however, it is
a commonly accepted practice for veterinarians to use this medication
in dogs and cats. Consult your veterinarian for the proper dose
as determined by the animal’s condition and response to therapy.
What special precautions are there
Prednisone for Cats should not be used in viral infections. It should
not be used in animals with peptic ulcer, corneal ulcer and Cushingoid
syndrome. Use caution when given to animals with diabetes, hypertension,
congestive heart failure, and renal insufficiency. This medication
may induce labor in animals if used in the last trimester of pregnancy.
Close medical supervision by a veterinarian is recommended while
the animal is using this medication.
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