The calories from the corn oil need to be considered when creating a balanced diet. Corn Allergies One downside to corn is that it, along with chicken, beef, lamb, soy, wheat, egg and dairy products, is a common food allergen for dogs.
There are some very good inhaled steroids that have minimal side effects outside the lungs, yet do very well. These combined with the powerful long term bronchodilators (Advair, Symbicort) are new generation lung meds. So we conclude that there are alternatives to Prednisone, and yes, discuss these with your physician.
Weigh the benefits and risks of corticosteroids, such as prednisone, when choosing a medication. Corticosteroid medications, including cortisone, hydrocortisone and prednisone, have great potential in the treatment of a variety of conditions, from rashes to lupus to asthma. But corticosteroids also carry a risk of side effects.