Medrol (Methylprednisolone) Tablets for Dogs & Cats, 4-mg, 1 tablet

Description

Methylprednisolone is an oral medication prescribed by vets to help treat a variety of conditions in dogs and cats. This anti-inflammatory agent is used to treat certain skin conditions, allergies and arthritis, as well as diseases including Addison’s Disease. This medication comes in an oral tablet form, making it especially easy to disguise in your dog or cat's favorite food.

Uses

Medrol is indicated in dogs and cats with conditions known to be responsive to anti-inflammatory corticosteroids, including collagen, dermal, allergic, ocular, otic and musculoskeletal, as well as various chronic or recurrent diseases (ulcerative colitis and nephrosis).

Possible Side Effects

Talk to your veterinarian on any potential side effect concerns.

Drug & Food Interactions

Medrol Tablets like prednisolone, are contraindicated in animals with arrested tuberculosis, peptic ulcer, acute psychoses, and Cushingoid syndrome. The presence of diabetes, osteoporosis, chronic psychotic reactions, predisposition to thrombophlebitis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, renal insufficiency, and active tuberculosis necessitates carefully controlled use. Some of the above conditions occur only rarely in dogs and cats but should be kept in mind.

Precautions

Because of its inhibitory effect on fibroplasia, methylprednisolone may mask the signs of infection and enhance dissemination of the infecting organism. Hence, all animal patients receiving methylprednisolone should be watched for evidence of intercurrent infection. Should infection occur, it must be brought under control by use of appropriate antibacterial measures, or administration of methylprednisolone should be discontinued.

Prescribing Information

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Item Number

200840
Dosage Measure

Use according to your veterinarian's instructions.
Generic Name

Methylprednisolone
For Use With

Dogs and Cats
Brand

Zoetis
Product Form

Tablet
Health Condition

Skin Infections, Allergies, Cancer, Addison's Disease
Drug Type

Anti-inflammatory, Immunosuppressant

Ingredients

Methylprednisolone.

Instructions

Recommended Dosage

Consult with your Veterinarian for recommended dosage.

Storage Instructions

Store at controlled room temperature 20° to 25° C (68° to 77° F).

FAQ

How long until I will know if this medication is working, and how long will the effects of this medication last?

This medication should help your animal feel better within 1 to 2 hours. Your animal's clinical signs should improve after that time. The effects of this medication are moderate in duration, meaning they may last for a few days, although the benefits may be prolonged if your animal has decreased kidney and/or liver function.

Can handling this medication be hazardous to me, my family, or other animals?

There are no specific precautions required when handling this medication unless you are allergic to it. Wash your hands after handling any medication.