§ 522.1890 Prednisone suspension.
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Specifications.(a) Each milliliter of suspension contains 10 to 40 milligrams (mg) of prednisone.
Sponsor.(b) See No. 000061 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.
Conditions of useAmountHorses.(c) —(1) —(i) Administer 100 to 400 mg by intramuscular injection, repeating if necessary.
Dogs and cats.(ii) Administer 0.25 to 1.0 mg per pound of body weight by intramuscular injection for 3 to 5 days or until a response is noted. Treatment may be continued with an orally administered dose.
Indications for use.(2) It is used for conditions requiring an anti-inflammatory agent.
Limitations.(3) Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
[79 FR 16194, Mar. 25, 2014]
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