Yes, if your albuterol is not helping during a severe Asthma attack. Ventolin (albuterol) is the rescue medication meant for most asthma attacks. During an acute exacerbation, most clinicians (you need to create an action plan with your physician) recommend 2 inhalations of albuterol every 20 minutes. If after 3 cycles there is no improvement, call 911 or get to the ER. Most people with asthma have oral prednisone at home that they are instructed to take at this time as well. Flovent is a corticosteroid that is meant to prevent asthma exacerbations only. Using Flovent during an acute attack will not help you.
Prednisone has very serious side affects. Make sure to consult your doctor often so he can moniter your health!
Yes, they can be.
When giving Prednisone to your dog they have to slowly be taken off of the medication. Do not abruptly stop giving this medication to your pet as it will have serious side effects.
They can kill people.
Yes they can but have to be weaned off of the prednisone very slowly. This should only be done under your Veterinarian's care. Why is the dog on prednisone in the first place? Some serious diseases & cancers require the dog be on the pred for a long time. This is why this should all be done under your Vet's care.
Prednisone is a steroid used to treat a number of conditions in people and animals. It is strongly advised that patients do not drink any alcohol while taking Prednisone, since it can cause a serious allergic reaction.
There is no set dose for an 8 pound dog; veterinarians typically prescribe within a certain range based upon the dog's symptoms and what the prednisone is being used to treat. Prednisone is a powerful drug with the potential for serious side effects, particularly in such a small dog. If you believe your dog needs treatment with prednisone, you should make an appointment with your veterinarian for an examination.
That depends on how much you are taking. My guess would be that the doctor that prescribed them is trying to get some serious inflammation under control as prednisone is usually only taken in the morning with food.
"serious" DCS can lead, among other things, to paralysis, brain damage, heart attacks, and death
No, you should not give your dog Delsym cough syrup or prednisone without consulting a veterinarian. Delsym contains active ingredients that may not be safe for dogs, and prednisone is a corticosteroid that can have serious side effects if not dosed correctly. Always seek professional veterinary advice for appropriate medications and dosages for your pet's specific condition.
High blood pressure is the main cause of heart attacks - so very serious, but it can be controlled.
Yes, they are.