Macrolone (Prednisolone) Granules (150g)
PetPA Pharmacy
Reply Paid 91355
Tweed Heads NSW 2485
Prescription On File ? To be used when we already have your original prescription or has been emailed to us from your vet and you would like a repeat. Prescription sent to email pharmacy@yourpetpa.com.au ? Select if you have personally emailed us a digital copy of your prescription. You will still need to post a hard copy to:
PetPA Pharmacy
Reply Paid 91355
Tweed Heads NSW 2485
Active Ingredients: Each kg contains 20g prednisolone
Manufacturer: Mavlab Animal Health
Prescription medicine: This is a prescription medicine. Please ensure that you have read the "Ordering Prescription Medicine" page before ordering this item. We require you to upload your veterinary prescription and post us the original. You will need to send your prescription to
PetPA Pharmacy
Reply Paid 91355
Tweed Heads NSW 2485
Australian legislation prohibits the advertisement of prescription drugs to consumers; therefore, we are unable to display any images of the packaging or provide you with more information regarding this prescription medicine. All prescription medicines on the Your Pet PA website are purchased through Veterinary Wholesalers the same as those used by your Vet. All our products are APVMA approved and identical to those used by your Veterinary Surgeon. Please call or email us if you have any queries about any of the products on our site.
Commonly asked questions about Macrolone:
What are Macrolone Granules?
Macrolone is often used to treat inflammation, to suppress the immune system, to replace or supplement adrenal insufficient animals, or to inhibit the growth or spread of tumours.
Why do dogs and cats use Macrolone?
Macrolone be prescribed to treat hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease). Macrolone may also be prescribed to reduce inflammation, suppress the immune system, or as an anticancer agent.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Macrolone?
When using Macrolone, veterinarians want to use the least amount of medication needed to effectively treat your pet to reduce the side effects. Macrolone has many side effects. Side effects are more likely with long term use and higher doses. The most common side effects of Macrolone are increased appetite, thirst, and need to urinate. Dogs and cats may have serious side effects such as stomach or intestinal ulcers, perforation, or bleeding. If your dog stops eating, or you notice signs such as high fever, black, tarry stools, or bloody vomit, contact your veterinarian immediately.
How do you use Macrolone?
Macrolone should be given with food. Follow your veterinarian's directions. Do not stop giving Macrolone without talking to your veterinarian as serious side effects may result.
What is in Macrolone?
The active ingredient in Macrolone is Prednisolone. Prednisolone is a glucocorticoid or hormone that breaks down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins so that they can be used to fuel the body in times of stress.
Pet Prescription Medications
Pet PA is not a pharmacy but facilitates the supply of prescription medications by an Australian registered pharmacist through our website. When purchasing prescription medication through PetPA Pharmacy online you know that:
- All prescription medication supplied is sourced from Australian veterinary wholesalers and Australian registered pharmacists.
- All prescription medication available is registered with the Australian Government (TGA or APVMA),
- All medication supplied is processed and dispensed by Australian-registered pharmacists.
All prescription medication listed on the PetPA website is available for supply on acceptance of your order by the pharmacist and on receipt of the original prescription by the pharmacist. As PetPA cannot sell or supply prescription medication and is your agent in facilitating the supply by the pharmacist, the acceptance of your order and sale is by the pharmacist*.
*PetPA provides the price information of medicines as agent for PetPA Pharmacy Pty Ltd (ABN: 33 658 263 462) trading as Pet PA Pharmacy, 133 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads NSW 2485. Pharmacy Registration Number: PC1241648). All medication supplied on acceptance of your order by the pharmacist will be supplied by PetPA Pharmacy.