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Using Cortizone for Canine Allergies

also see Remedies for Dog Allergies 

also see Canine Atopy

Cortisone is often a vet's medication of choice to treat canine allergies. Cortisone is a naturally occurring hormone that is available in the form of a liquid, ointment, spray, injection and pill.

How Cortisone Can Help

Cortisone is a type of steroid that blocks an allergic reaction, saving the dog's skin from insufferable itching and scratching. It can help with the treatment of pain, disorders of the ear and eye, inflammation, chronic itching and dog allergies.

After a dose of cortisone is administered, it can take up to 36 hours for your pet to benefit from the drug.

Side Effects of Cortisone

Common side effects of cortisone include an increase in thirst and urination. An increase in appetite is also common with weight gain that follows. Dogs using cortisone can also become more depressed or hyperactive, or have diarrhea.

Long-term use of cortisone may result in more incidences of infection and immunosuppression. The condition of the skin and coat could become compromised as well. Other long-term effects include diabetes mellitus, adrenal suppression, and problems with the liver.

Cortisone can provide a lot of relief to a dog that suffers from canine skin and food allergies when used sparingly and under the supervision of a veterinarian.

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