Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic is used in cats for Anterior uveitis. Routes documented in cats: Ophthalmic. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic in cats, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
US trade names: Pred Forte, Omnipred
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic | Same as dogs | q6-12h, taper | Variable | Anterior uveitis | Strong | Verified against Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 10th Ed, p.1424 (2026-08-01). |
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Most potent topical ophthalmic corticosteroid. Acetate ester penetrates intact corneal epithelium better than phosphate salt. Suppresses ocular inflammation.
Shake well (suspension). DO NOT USE with corneal ulcers. Gold standard for anterior uveitis. Prolonged use causes cataracts and glaucoma. Monitor IOP.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cats may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic dose range in cats, with cited source references: Ophthalmic Same as dogs q6-12h, taper. Reference ranges from cited sources — verify against current literature before clinical use.
Documented routes for Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic in cats: Ophthalmic.
Cited course lengths for Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic in cats include: Variable. Duration depends on the indication — match it to the specific dose rule in the table above.
Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic is indicated in cats for: Anterior uveitis.
These are general warnings for Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic across species; consult the cat dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Shake well (suspension). DO NOT USE with corneal ulcers. Gold standard for anterior uveitis. Prolonged use causes cataracts and glaucoma. Monitor IOP.
Why a species-specific page? Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cats — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.