§522.1883. Prednisolone sodium phosphate.
21 C.F.R. § 522.1883
Specifications. Each milliliter of solution contains 20 milligrams (mg) prednisolone sodium phosphate (equivalent to 14.88 mg of prednisolone).
Sponsor. See No. 061133 in § 510.600(c) of this chapter.
Conditions of use in dogs—
Amount. Administer intravenously in a dosage of 2 1/2 to 5 mg per pound of body weight, initially for shock and shock-like states, followed by equal maintenance doses at 1-, 3-, 6-, or 10-hour intervals as determined by the condition of the animal.
Indications for use. Administer when a rapid adrenal glucocorticoid and/or anti-inflammatory effect is necessary.
Limitations. Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Amendments
[68 FR 59881, Oct. 20, 2003, as amended at 84 FR 8974, Mar. 13, 2019]
Authority
Authority: 21 U.S.C. 360b.
Source
Source: 40 FR 13858, Mar. 27, 1975, unless otherwise noted.
Amendments
[68 FR 59881, Oct. 20, 2003, as amended at 84 FR 8974, Mar. 13, 2019]