(ref) Dogs must not be lathered with these products because when licked off and ingested, they have the same effects
as oral corticosteroid tablets.
Topical corticosteroid - containing sprays and creams are not as likely
as oral corticosteroids to cause unwanted side effects in your pet's body when they applied in reasonable amounts and according to the product's label.
Not exact matches
According to the ACAAI, while
oral corticosteroids can be associated with adverse effects, such
as osteoporosis, this medication is the most effective in treating asthma.
Use of other steroidal compounds, such
as corticosteroids,
oral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy contribute to the overabundance of Candida.
Therapy for feline asthma has traditionally been based on
oral bronchodilators and
corticosteroids,
as well
as injectable
corticosteroids.
We are currently treating dogs with daily doxycycline for 3 months, monthly ivermectin for 6 months and
oral and topical
corticosteroids as needed.
Cats are more sensitive to potential side effects from these injections
as these are much stronger than the
oral corticosteroids.
Usually treatment is started with either an
oral corticosteroid (such
as prednisone) or a long - acting injection (such
as depomedrol).
If your veterinarian began with an
oral corticosteroid, such
as prednisolone, it might be prudent to see if an inhaled
corticosteroid like fluticasone propionate (Flovent ©) will keep it stable instead.
Oral corticosteroids is a class of drugs that act
as an anti-inflammatory.
Topical,
oral, and injectable antihistamines and
corticosteroids,
as well
as antibiotics for infected skin, may be prescribed to provide relief of symptoms.