I am frightened about the side effects of prednisone and I do not know anyone who has used feldene with their pet. My own veterinarian is not familiar with it. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. Antibiotics are used to treat infection. They can be given preventatively as a continual low dose, or used intermittently when clinical signs of infection occur.
Prednisone is an excellent steroidal anti-inflammatory.
At the lower anti-inflammatory dosages the side effects should be minimal, and consist mainly of increased drinking and urination, and increased appetite. Long-term or chronic side effects take months to years to develop and are most likely not a concern in your dog's case. It works very well for inflammation associated with cancer. Effects can be seen in 24 to 48 hours. These effects are thought to work through the immune system.