PrednisTab (Prednisolone) for Dogs

Product Description

Description

PrednisTabs - Prednisolone (pred-niss-oh-lone) is an anti-inflammatory steroid that can be useful to treat Addison's disease and can be used as an immunosuppressive drug, and antineoplastic (anticancer) agent

Benefits

• PrednisTab is the only FDA (CVM) approved prednisolone tablet for canine use
• Short-acting formula for low-level maintenance dosing

Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.

Safety Information

Warnings

This drug should not be used in patients that are allergic to it, with a systemic fungal infection (unless using it during an Addisonian crisis), or that have stomach or intestinal ulcers.

Precautions

This drug should be used with caution in patients that are receiving other drugs that can cause stomach ulcers, including aspirin or NSAIDs (eg, carprofen, flunixin, meloxicam). That have diabetes. That have cardiovascular or heart disease. That are pregnant. That have a bacterial infection. That are young and growing. These drugs can affect (stunt) growth when used for a long time.

Food and Drug Interactions

Other drugs can interact with this medication, so be sure to tell your veterinarian and pharmacist what medications (including vitamins, supplements, or herbal therapies) you give your animal

Human Warnings

Not for human use

Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

Side effects that usually are not serious include greater appetite, thirst, and need to urinate. Vomiting, Diarrhea. Mild behavioral changes. Panting more than usual (in dogs).

Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.

Additional Information

Product Administration

Oral

Product Form

Tablet

Ingredients

prednisolone

Storage

Store at 68° - 77°F.

Manufacturer

Lloyd

Prescribing Info/Brochures

http://www.lloydinc.com/products/20/prednistab-prednisolone-usp/