It can be combined with other chemotherapy drugs but the resulting toxicity is often high and side - effects can be debilitating for many patients. (sciencedaily.com)
It is also used in some cancers at much higher doses where the side effects are substantial and similar to other chemotherapy agents. (sciencedaily.com)
Prognosis with prednisone: Prednisone, with or without other chemotherapy, is estimated to induce partial or complete remission in approximately 20 % of dogs with MCT. (caninecancer.com)