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- A prescription medication to treat inflammation
- Also known as its brand name Deltasone
- Treats a variety of health conditions affecting the immune system
Prednisone is a corticosteroid that treats low corticosteroid levels and reduces inflammation. It’s available as a tablet, solution, delayed-release tablet, and concentrated solution.
Prednisone works by replacing steroids naturally produced in the body and altering the immune system.
You may qualify for prednisone if you have low corticosteroid levels or certain health conditions that affect the lungs, skin, eyes, kidneys, blood, thyroid, or intestines.
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Frequently asked questions
A healthcare provider can help you determine the appropriate dosage of prednisone. Generally, prednisone dosage ranges from five to 60 mg (milligrams) daily. It’s recommended to take prednisone with food or drink to reduce the risk of nausea.
Health experts do not recommend taking more than one dose within a 24 hour period. If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
A healthcare provider may not recommend prednisone if you are preparing for surgery or have one of the following health conditions:
- Eye infection
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Osteoporosis
- Seizures
- Tuberculosis
- Seizures
Yes, some people may experience an increase in blood pressure while taking prednisone. You can check blood pressure levels at home or go in for a check-up with your healthcare provider.
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting prednisone. Prednisone may increase the risk of pregnancy complications.
Health experts do not recommend drinking alcohol while taking prednisone. This may increase the risk of side effects.
Prednisone may begin working within the first few hours of taking the medication. Still, it may be a couple of weeks before you see results.
Generally, there are no interactions between prednisone and foods. However, a healthcare provider may recommend following a low-salt, high potassium, or high calcium diet while taking the medication.
You may experience the following side effects while taking prednisone: Dizziness Headache Acne Abnormal menstrual cycles Mood swings Fatigue Trouble sleeping
While taking prednisone some may experience the following severe side effects:
- Vision changes
- Arrhythmia
- Trouble breathing
- Hives
- Abdominal pain
- Dry cough
- Seizures
In some cases, taking prednisone may raise blood sugar levels in those with diabetes. Be sure to reach out for emergency assistance if you experience any severe side effects.
Prednisone may interact with the following medications:
- Aspirin
- Cimetidine (Tagamet)
- Aldesleukin
- Desmopressin
- Mifepristone
- Blood thinners
Be sure to let a healthcare provider know about all of the medications you are taking before starting prednisone.
Taking prednisone with ibuprofen may increase the risk of gastrointestinal complications or damage the stomach lining.
It’s possible to overdose on prednisone. Be sure to seek emergency assistance if you believe you or someone you know may have overdosed on prednisone.
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