Prednisone in dogs

Prednisone is a medication that has a wide range of usages in dogs. Generally speaking, steroids are used to reduce inflammation, allergies, or suppress the immune system. Prednisone in dogs is prescribed for many different conditions, including atopy (skin allergies), inflammatory bowel disease, autoimmune blood disorders, autoimmune disorder such as lupus, arthritis, allergic conjunctivitis, uveitis (inflammation inside the eye), asthma, specific muscular disorders, and more. Prednisone, if used properly, is a very useful drug and can cure many conditions, but must be used with caution because it has many side effects. Prednisone, if taken long enough and at high enough dosages, can weaken the immune system and cause problems with… Read More Continue Reading