Is one day of prednisone for dog allergies safe for his organs?

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I went for vet for hives and eyelid inflammation as shown in the attach photo he give prednisone tablet 10mg twice but only for one day .... and as I study it has severe effect in body if taken on regular basis last time also on 28 December he had itching allergies and give and he gave this medicine o my so taking like this can affect him or any organ of his body? Can it shortens lifespan by damaging body organ? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 3 years and 1 month old

Mara Howard, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry Bruno had hives and other skin irritation. Prednisone can have an effect on the body if given long-term or at high doses; typically, a short course of a steroid can have some short-lived side effects (increase in hunger/urination, eating/drinking more), but tends to be otherwise well-tolerated. While any medication can have an adverse effect (and if you are seeing any concerning signs I would reach out to your regular veterinarian immediately), low doses of appropriately dispensed steroids should be processed fine unless there is another underlying medical condition. Again, if you are concerned or if Bruno is showing signs of being ill, I would have him evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Is one day of prednisone for dog allergies safe for his organs?

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