§ 520.1408 - Methylprednisolone.

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Specifications. Each tablet contains 1, 2, or 4 milligrams (mg) of methylprednisolone.

Sponsors. See sponsors in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.

No. 069043 for use of 1- and 2-mg tablets.

No. 054771 for use of 1- and 4-mg tablets.

Conditions of use in dogs and cats—(1) Amount. 5 to 15 pounds (lbs): 2 mg; 15 to 40 lbs: 2 to 4 mg; 40 to 80 lbs: 4 to 8 mg. Administer total daily dose orally in equally divided doses 6 to 10 hours apart until response is noted or 7 days have elapsed.

Indications for use. As an anti-inflammatory agent.

Limitations. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.