Prednisolone Tablets for Dogs and Cats

Prednisolone Tablets for Dogs and Cats

Prednisolone Tablets are a prescription-only veterinary medicine containing prednisolone, a corticosteroid licensed for veterinary use.

They are commonly prescribed in dogs and cats for conditions where anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressive treatment is needed.

Prednisolone works by suppressing inflammatory and immune responses, helping to control clinical signs associated with a wide range of conditions when used appropriately under veterinary supervision.

Prednisolone Tablets may be used as part of short-term or longer-term treatment plans depending on the condition being managed. Ongoing treatment should be monitored by a veterinary surgeon to ensure continued safety and effectiveness.

Prednisolone Tablets should only be used under veterinary supervision and supplied against a valid veterinary prescription.

Tablets may be supplied either as individual tablets dispensed from original manufacturer packaging or as full sealed manufacturer packs, depending on the option selected and the veterinary prescription.

What Prednisolone Tablets are used for

Prednisolone Tablets are used in dogs and cats to manage conditions where corticosteroid treatment has been prescribed.

They may be used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions, allergic disease, some skin disorders, respiratory inflammation, gastrointestinal inflammation and certain immune-mediated conditions, depending on the veterinary diagnosis and treatment plan.

Because corticosteroids affect both inflammation and immune function, they are used in a wide range of clinical situations where control of these processes is needed to improve comfort and stability.

How Prednisolone Tablets work

Prednisolone Tablets contain prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine.

Prednisolone works by reducing inflammatory activity and suppressing parts of the immune response. This can help reduce swelling, irritation, redness, itching and other signs associated with inflammatory or immune-mediated disease.

In dogs and cats with conditions requiring steroid treatment, this reduction in inflammation can make a significant difference to comfort and clinical control.

Administration

Prednisolone Tablets are given by mouth in the dose prescribed by the veterinary surgeon. The amount given depends on the pet’s body weight, species, condition being treated and clinical response.

Treatment instructions will be printed on the dispensing label and should always be followed carefully. Owners should not alter the dose, frequency or duration unless advised to do so by their veterinary surgeon.

Tablets may be supplied as individual tablets dispensed from original manufacturer packaging or as full sealed packs, depending on the product option selected and the veterinary prescription.

Monitoring during treatment

Dogs and cats receiving prednisolone may require veterinary monitoring, especially if treatment is prolonged, repeated or given at immunosuppressive doses.

Monitoring may include clinical reassessment, review of response to treatment and, in some cases, blood or urine testing depending on the condition being managed and the duration of treatment.

Your veterinary surgeon will advise on the appropriate monitoring plan based on your pet’s diagnosis, general health and response to therapy.

Important information

Prednisolone Tablets are a prescription-only veterinary medicine and should only be used under the direction of a veterinary surgeon.

As with other corticosteroids, they should only be given exactly as prescribed. The dose, frequency and duration of treatment are determined by the prescribing veterinary surgeon based on the pet’s body weight, species, clinical condition and response to therapy.

Further information, including contraindications and potential side effects, can be found in the product data sheet available below:

1mg
5mg

Frequently asked questions

What are Prednisolone Tablets used for in dogs and cats?

Prednisolone Tablets are used in dogs and cats for conditions where anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressive treatment is needed, depending on the diagnosis made by the veterinary surgeon.

Is prednisolone a steroid?

Yes. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid medicine used to reduce inflammation and suppress certain immune responses.

Can Prednisolone Tablets be used long term?

Yes, in some cases Prednisolone Tablets may be used long term, but this should only be under veterinary supervision with appropriate monitoring.

How are Prednisolone Tablets given?

They are given by mouth in the dose prescribed by your veterinary surgeon. Treatment instructions on the dispensing label should always be followed carefully.

Can tablets be supplied individually or only in full packs?

Depending on the option selected and the veterinary prescription, tablets may be supplied either as individual tablets dispensed from original manufacturer packaging or as full sealed manufacturer packs.

Do I need a prescription for Prednisolone Tablets?

Yes. Prednisolone Tablets are a prescription-only veterinary medicine and can only be supplied with a valid veterinary prescription.