My dog's eye is red & squinting. Should I give him old Prednisone?

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My dog is squinting and does not open his eye all the way. It looks red and the tissue in the inside of the lid looks swollen. I have some left over doggie Prednisone from when he was sick before, do you think this will help him? Pet's info: Dog | Bichon Frise | Male | neutered | 6 years and 1 month old | 17 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

I do not recommend giving any medications unless directed by your vet. He could have a corneal ulcer, infection, scratch, or foreign body in his eye. Your vet can do some testing to diagnose and then prescribe the best medication to treat. He may need an antibiotic to treat.

My dog's eye is red & squinting. Should I give him old Prednisone?

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