Dexamethasone Injection

• Dexamethasone injection is available by prescription only.

• Dexamethasone injection is an injectable steroid with properties similar to prednisone and depo-medrol.

• Dexamethasone injection is an anti-inflammatory.

• Dexamethasone injection is used to treat bovine ketosis.

• Dexamethasone injection is given intravenously or intramuscularly.

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Use with caution if your pet suffers from...

• chronic nephritis

• Cushing's disease

• The use of corticosteroids can mask the symptoms of dangerous infections. Monitor your pet closely.

• Do not use in pets or livestock that are pregnant.

• Dexamethasone should not be used long term or at high doses unless instructed by a veterinarian.

• Dexamethasone should not be given along with NSAIDs, as there is an increased risk of GI ulcers.

• Use of corticosteroids with an active infection without the concurrent use of antibiotics could result in a severe infection.

• Use with caution in animals suffering from...

• congestive heart failure

• diabetes

• GI disease

• high blood pressure

• renal disease

• thrombophlebitis

• tuberculosis

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Use as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Do not use dexamethasone concurrently with NSAIDs.

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.