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My dog's eye squints. Can prednisone or Cipro drops help an ulcer?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | neutered | 13 lbs

I was told earlier that my poor baby beaudreax might have an ulcer in his eye.. would that also make his opposite eye squint more? Also the poor guy was hit by a car a little over a week ago which is why I'm having a hard time with funds but I will try to get him to vet asap. But he's been taking prednisone (not drops orally) and rymadil and was also on gabafenton. Will the prednisone continue to help him with his eye? Also if I have Ciprofloxacin drops would that help any or would it harm him

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Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on May 16th, 2018

Poor Beaudreax! He could have a problem with his other eye causing it to squint, like an ulcer as well or an infection. No, oral prednisone will not help his eye ulcer, nor will Ciprofloaxin drops. Treating an ulcer requires a specific topical eye specific medication which can only be prescribed by the vet. I would see if you can borrow money from family and friends to afford the vet, and I can give you some resources that may help. You can see if your vet accepts payment plans, if there is a low cost clinic in your area, or you can apply for Care Credit online. There is also an organization called Red Rover that give grants for treatment of sick animals, and you can see if you qualify for one of their grants. Best Friends also has a list of resources that offer financial assistance on their website.
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html?credit=web_id91754962
https://www.redrover.org
https://www.carecredit.com
http://bestfriends.org/resources/financial-aid-pets
http://lessonsfromaparalyzeddog.com/when-pet-owners-cant-afford-veterinary-bills/
http://www.dogheirs.com/resources-affordable-veterinary-care/

Check out these resources to see if one can help you, and take him into a vet as soon as possible. Best of luck.
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