Prednisolone Compounded
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What is Prednisolone Compounded?
Prednisolone is a corticosteroid used to treat various inflammatory and allergy conditions as well as other diseases, such as Addison's disease. Compounding is beneficial in instances where a specific dosage is unavailable or in different forms to make it easier to dose your pet. Prednisolone Compounded requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
Please Note:
Custom compounds add 2-3 business days to prepare and cannot be shipped to AK, AL, DC, DE, GU, HI, ID, KS, MS, MN, MT, NC, ND, OK, PR, SD, VI, VT, WV, or WY.
For:
Dogs & Cats
Benefits:
- Treats a wide range of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions
- Remedies swelling and itchy skin caused by allergies
- Reduces redness, itching, and allergic reactions affecting the eyes
How it works:
Prednisolone is a corticosteroid, which suppresses the inflammatory response to a variety of agents. Prednisolone can also be used as an immunosuppressive drug for organ transplants and in cases of adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease).
Cautions:
Without first talking to your veterinarian, don't give your pet any over-the-counter or other prescription medications while giving prednisolone. There are possible side effects, including insomnia, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, and fatigue. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney or liver disease, heart disease, stomach ulcers, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus, or any other medical conditions.
Prednisolone Compounded Directions:
- Prednisolone is a prescription corticosteroid that is used in dogs and cats to treat various conditions such as Addison's disease, inflammation from arthritis, allergies and certain autoimmune diseases.
- Prednisolone reduces swelling and decreases a pet's ability to fight infections.
- Give Prednisolone with food to lessen stomach upset.
Prednisolone should not be stopped suddenly. There should be a gradual reduction in dosage before stopping.
Prednisolone Compounded Dosage:
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | The usual dose is determined based on the condition being treated and the pets response to treatment. Prednisolone should be given with food. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. |
Weight | Dosage |
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All weights | The usual dose is determined based on the condition being treated and the pets response to treatment. Prednisolone should be given with food. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. |
Horses | Do not use! |
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Storage:
Store at room temperature.
What is a Compounded Medication?
A compounded medication is the creation of a particular medication to fit the unique needs of a patient, including changing the form of the medication (e.g., from a solid pill to a liquid) for a variety reasons (e.g., to make it easier to take, to avoid a non-essential ingredient, to obtain the exact dose needed, adding favorite flavors).
If you are having difficulty giving your pet prescribed medication or need to find a discontinued medication, 1-800-PetMeds offers compounding services on select medications. We can prepare the following: (1) custom strength quantities of a medication (as capsules, liquid, chewable tablets, or transdermal (absorbed through the skin); (2) dosage forms to mask bitter or unpleasant taste (such as capsules or chewable tablets that can also be flavored); (3) dosage forms to make it easier to dose your pet such as a transdermal or liquid (that can also be flavored); and (4) discontinued products such as cisapride or DES.