What is Prednisolone?
Inflammation, allergies and immune conditions; preferred over prednisone in cats.
At Pharmacy on the Park, Prednisolone is compounded in our pharmacy from a prescription, in the strength and form your prescriber orders.
How does it work?
A steroid that calms inflammation and the immune system.
What is it used for?
Inflammation, allergies and immune conditions; preferred over prednisone in cats. Your prescriber determines the use, dose and monitoring.
How is it used?
- Flavored oral suspension. Flavored suspensions are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide, then given by mouth.
- Transdermal gel (PLO). Transdermal gel comes in pre-measured syringes. Wearing a glove, rub the measured amount into the hairless inner ear, alternating ears if directed.
- Tablet. Tablets are taken by mouth as directed on your label.
- Oral liquid. Oral liquids are shaken well and measured with the oral syringe we provide.
- Chewable treat. Chewable treats are given like a snack.
- Capsule. Capsules are swallowed by mouth. For pets, a capsule can often be hidden in a small treat if your veterinarian agrees.
- Solution. Solutions are used exactly as directed on the label.
Follow the directions on your label. The strength, amount and schedule are set by your prescriber.
Side effects and safety
Commonly reported: Increased thirst, urination and appetite, panting, mood changes. Call your prescriber or us about any reaction that concerns you.
Who should use caution?
People or pets with diabetes, infections or stomach ulcers, or taking NSAIDs. Do not stop suddenly after long use. Share your full medical history and medication list with your prescriber.
How should it be stored?
Check your label: many flavored liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Store syringes as directed on the label, capped and away from heat. Check your label: some liquids are refrigerated. Shake well before each dose. Keep treats sealed and follow the label; some are refrigerated. Always follow the storage directions and beyond-use date on your label, and keep medications out of reach of children and pets.
Why is it compounded?
Compounding lets us prepare Prednisolone in the exact strength your prescriber orders, in forms such as flavored oral suspension, transdermal gel (plo), tablet. Flavoring helps pets and people take it more easily. We can also leave out dyes, fillers or allergens when needed.
Prednisolone is also prepared in combination with Diphenhydramine, Magic mouthwash, Nystatin, Lidocaine. See combination preparations in our library.