Brand Names:
Pediapred, Flo-Pred, Millipred, Orapred


Drug Type: Steroid

Prednisolone

Prednisolone is a corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. It may serve as a temporary treatment of malabsorption/intestinal lymphosarcoma.

Storage
Store at room temperature and definitely below 40° C (104° F). Protect from light using airtight container. A suspension prepared using 50 mg of prednisone powder, 100 mg of sodium benzoate, and a sufficient quantity of simple syrup to bring the volume to 100 mL was stable for 12 weeks at room temperature. Shake well prior to use.

Disclaimer: Use at your own risk. We assume no responsibility for the use of the drug, dosages given and for any misstatement, error, negligent, or otherwise.
  • 0.5-1 mg/kg IM, IV once (B Speer 2016)
Oral solution and tablets
  • May predispose birds to aspergillosis and other fungal infections
  • Increased risk of infection
  • Increased appetite
  • impaired wound healing
  • Less response to hormones, especially during stressful instances such as surgery or illness
  • Change in electrolytes
  • Increased risk of stomach ulcers