Updated February 10, 2015, 10:33 PM. Return the drinking age to 18 -- and then enforce the law. The current system, which forbids alcohol to Americans under 21, is widely flouted, with disastrous consequences. Teaching people to drink responsibly before they turn 21 would enormously enhance public health.
Muscle Wasting and Fatigue: The use of prednisone in dogs can cause unusual weakness and fatigue. If your pet seems to be exhibiting lethargy, do consult a veterinarian. Inflammation: Prolonged use of prednisone can cause pain and inflammation in joints thereby making it difficult for the dog to walk.
Your dog is on a massive dose of prednisone, which would be expected to cause polyuria and could lead to overflow incontinence. The maintenance dosage of prednisone for an adult human patient is 5-mg, so your dog should not be on more than that dosage if the drug is being given just for Addison's replacement.hat's what I was hoping you would say (about the weight). The dose of prednisone or prednisonlone that I recommend for dogs with Addison's is between 0.1-0.2 mg/kg/day. That calculates to 1.6-3.2 mg per day.