Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Susp. 5 mL

Prednisolone Acetate 1% Ophthalmic Susp. 5 mL
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Product Info:

Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic Suspension is a sterile eye drop used to treat inflammation caused by infections, injury, and surgery. It is also used to reduce swelling associated with bacterial infections. This medication is produced by various manufacturers.

For:

Dogs and cats

Benefits:

  • Helps with inflammation and usually relieves inflammation quickly.
  • Can help in chronic conditions such as adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease) and certain auto-immune conditions.
  • Easy to administer as an oral tablet.

How it works:

Prednisolone is a corticosteroid medication. It works by suppressing the inflammatory response and immune system when used as directed by your veterinarian.

Storage:

Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight.

How to Use:

Administer orally at a starting dose of 2 mcg/kg once daily. Dosage may be adjusted to effect, not to exceed 4 mcg/kg daily. May cause eye irritation, an irritating smell, or headache when Prascend Tablets are split or crushed.

Weight Dosage
All weight's Shake well before using. Instill one to two drops into the conjunctival sac two to four times daily. During the initial 24 to 48 hours, the dosing frequency may be increased if necessary. Care should be taken not to discontinue therapy prematurely.

Cautions:

Prolonged use of corticosteroids may result in glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, defects in visual acuity and fields of vision, and in posterior subcapsular cataract formation. Prolonged use may also suppress the host immune response and thus increase the hazard of secondary ocular infections.

Side Effects:

Side effects such as stomach upset, increased thirst, urination, and appetite have been reported. Other side effects including hair thinning, fatigue, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, sudden weight gain, and panting are possible. Chronic use may induce diabetes or Cushing's disease. Some pets may experience an allergic reaction to Prednisolone. Pets on corticosteroids may develop infections more frequently. Other side effects may occur.

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