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Prednisolone Tablets B.P. (Vet) 5 mg

Active ingredient: Prednisolone

Form

Tablet

Species

Cats Dogs

Manufacturer

Millpledge Europe BV

VMD MA No.

61300/3004

What it's used for

As an anti-inflammatory and anti-allergenic agent in either species. Prednisolone has found to be useful, often as an adjunct to other agents, in the treat...

Full indications, dosage and side effects ↓

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Paying less for Prednisolone

1

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They must provide one on request. Under the CMA Order the fee is capped at £21 from 2027.
2

Fill it at a registered online retailer

The CMA found online pharmacies 50–60% cheaper than practice dispensing on common medicines — typically £200–£300 a year.

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Clinical information

Prednisolone Tablets B.P. (Vet) 5 mg — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 26 Mar 2026.

As an anti-inflammatory and anti-allergenic agent in either species. Prednisolone
has found to be useful, often as an adjunct to other agents, in the treatment of
tumours.

Administration is contra-indicated where corneal ulceration is present.
Administration is generally contra-indicated if renal disease or diabetes mellitus is
present.

Prednisolone, as with other corticosteroids, has a wide range of effects.
Polydipsia, polyurea and polyphagia are common observations. These side
effects often diminish as therapy proceeds. Cushingoid symptoms may be
provoked and should be monitored for. Consideration should be given to the
potential effects of corticosteroids on wound healing and/or the body’s ability to
deal with infection. Symptoms of infection may be masked or atypical. Careful
consideration should be given as to the desirability of administration to patients
with systemic infections, if specific anti-infective is neither possible nor instigated.
In the presence of viral infection, corticosteroids may worsen or hasten the
progress of the disease. Gastrointestinal ulceration has been reported in animals
treated with corticosteroids.

Administration may render concurrent vaccination inoperative.

Revised: August 2025
AN: 01405/2025

This veterinary medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.

Not Applicable.
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This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.