If your Vet has prescribed Prednisone, please find out if it has been prescribed as an anti-inflammatory reason or as an immunosuppressant.
For cancer treatment, it's often prescribed to reduce inflammation and improve appetite which is not in conflict with I'm-Yunity.
Prednisone for dogs is a corticosteroid medication commonly used to treat a variety of conditions due to its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It’s often prescribed by veterinarians to help manage:
1. Inflammation & Pain Relief:
- Arthritis
- Joint pain
- Muscle inflammation
2. Allergic Reactions:
- Severe itching
- Skin allergies
- Food allergies
3. Autoimmune Diseases:
- Immune-mediated disorders where the immune system attacks the body’s tissues
4. Respiratory Conditions:
- Asthma
- Bronchitis
5. Dermatological Issues:
- Hot spots
- Eczema
- Rashes
6. Cancer Treatment:
- As part of chemotherapy, particularly for lymphoma, to reduce inflammation and improve appetite
7. Addison’s Disease:
- Helps replace cortisol in dogs with adrenal gland deficiencies