Prednisone 5mg Tablet
Key item features
- Prednisone 5mg Tablet - 1 Tablet
- Glucocorticoid
- In animals, prednisolone and prednisone can be useful to treat hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) and can be used as an anti-inflammatory drug, immunosuppressive drug, and antineoplastic (anticancer) agent. Dosages vary for all of these uses. For many species, including dogs and humans, the two drugs are interchangeable, but cats and horses absorb prednisolone better than prednisone.
- The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved some prednisolone products for use in dogs, cats, and horses. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. For other FDA-approved prednisone and prednisolone products for use in humans, the FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe these products in animals in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.
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- Animal lifestageAll Lifestages
- Fda approved for animalsY
- Count per pack2
- ManufacturerJUBILANT CADISTA PHARMA
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- Prednisone 5mg Tablet - 1 Tablet
- Glucocorticoid
- In animals, prednisolone and prednisone can be useful to treat hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) and can be used as an anti-inflammatory drug, immunosuppressive drug, and antineoplastic (anticancer) agent. Dosages vary for all of these uses. For many species, including dogs and humans, the two drugs are interchangeable, but cats and horses absorb prednisolone better than prednisone.
- The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved some prednisolone products for use in dogs, cats, and horses. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. For other FDA-approved prednisone and prednisolone products for use in humans, the FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe these products in animals in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.
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Animal lifestage
Fda approved for animals
Count per pack
Manufacturer
Medication Information
Hazard Precautions
There are no specific precautions required when handling this medication unless you are allergic to it. Wash your hands after handling any medication.
Description
Glucocorticoid
Medication Usefulness
In animals, prednisolone and prednisone can be useful to treat hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) and can be used as an anti-inflammatory drug, immunosuppressive drug, and antineoplastic (anticancer) agent. Dosages vary for all of these uses. For many species, including dogs and humans, the two drugs are interchangeable, but cats and horses absorb prednisolone better than prednisone.
The FDA (U.S. Food & Drug Administration) has approved some prednisolone products for use in dogs, cats, and horses. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. For other FDA-approved prednisone and prednisolone products for use in humans, the FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe these products in animals in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.
Storage Instructions
Store this medication in the original prescription bottle or an approved dosage reminder container (ie, pill minder) at room temperature and protected from light.
If your veterinarian or pharmacist has made (compounded) a special formulation for your animal, follow the storage recommendations and expiration date for the product.
Keep away from children and other animals.
Indications
Health Concern
Animal Health Concern
Directions
Dosage
Instructions
How is this drug best taken?
Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.Take this drug with food or milk.Take in the morning if taking once a day.Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.Do not stop taking this drug all of a sudden without calling your doctor. You may have a greater risk of side effects. If you need to stop this drug, you will want to slowly stop it as ordered by your doctor.You may need to lower how much salt is in your diet and take extra potassium. Talk with your doctor.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
How do I store and/or throw out this drug?
If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
