side effects for prednisone for my dog?

[carnkar]

my vet just put my pom on prednisone for itchy skin. i think she just had a seizure. she stiffened and postured as if she was having one. can prednisone cause this? also she has been taken less than a week can i stop giving it to her now or do i wean her off it?

[mrtheodus]

Talk to your vet. it's possible..most of the time any steroid needs to be weened off...weigh gain is the most common side effect.

[Beth P]

I would call the vet asap if you think she had a seizure as this would be a serious side effect. Pred usually causes increase in eating and drinking and increase in urination. It is a good med but very tough on the system. I would also call and talk to them about taking her right off or weaning her. Depending on dose and all it would differ. Steroids stay in the body much longer than other meds. There are also other meds that can not be taken with them. I would call and if they are not open I would call a ER vet and ask or bring in. Better safe than sorry.

[schwildcat1977]

My pom has same issue and was put on similar meds. Mimi did not have any seizures or anything, but she has gained a lot of weight.

My vet said to give her the lowest possible dose and I've been researching other options for her allergies.

I will star your question so I can find you again if I find something else that works.