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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Skin may be treated with this drug. Other immune-mediated diseases, such as immune-mediated hemolytic anemia, can also be treated using methylprednisolone. It may be injected into the skin lesion for lick granuloma conditions in dogs (along with supportive behavioral modification therapy). Methylprednisolone is sometimes used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of trauma of the spinal cord and brain. Methylprednisolone is used in cats for the treatment of feline bronchial asthma, feline rodent ulcer (eosinophilic granuloma), feline inflammatory bowel disease, flea allergy dermatitis and miliary dermatitis. Precautions and Side Effects While generally safe and effective when prescribed by a veterinarian, methylprednisolone can cause side effects in some animals. Methylprednisolone should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug. This drug should not be used in animals with glaucoma, diabetes, Cushing’s syndrome (hyperadrenocorticism), pregnancy, congestive heart failure, corneal ulcers, high blood pressure and kidney failure. Methylprednisolone should not be used in combination with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin. Methylprednisolone should be avoided in animals with viral and fungal infections. In general, glucocorticoids are not used before surgical procedures because these drugs may delay the healing process. Methylprednisolone may interact with other medications. Consult with your veterinarian to determine if other drugs your pet is receiving could interact with methylprednisolone. Such drugs include furosemide, insulin, phenobarbital, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, other steroids and certain antibiotics. Common adverse side effects of methylprednisolone include vomiting, behavior modification, lethargy, increased water intake, increased frequency of urination, increased appetite
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