Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic for Cat
Cat · Felis catus · typical adult weight 2.50–7.00 kg
Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic is used in cat for Anterior uveitis. Routes documented in cat: Ophthalmic. A typical adult cat weighs 2.50–7.00 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic in cat, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Pred Forte, Omnipred
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Duration | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ophthalmic | 0 mg/kg | q6-12h, taper | Variable | Anterior uveitis | Strong | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed |
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Mechanism of action
Most potent topical ophthalmic corticosteroid. Acetate ester penetrates intact corneal epithelium better than phosphate salt. Suppresses ocular inflammation.
Side effects & warnings
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 cat may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Other Ophthalmic drugs with cat dosing
Prednisolone Acetate Ophthalmic dosing in other species
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 cat — 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.