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Prednij Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Prednij Forte have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Prednij Forte is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Prednij Forte include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Some other side effects of Prednij Forte have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Prednij Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Prednij Forte's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Prednij Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Prednij Forte related warnings section.
Prednij Forte is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Prednij Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Prednij Forte may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Prednij Forte is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Prednij Forte is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Prednij Forte safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Prednij Forte without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Prednij Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Prednij Forte is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Prednij Forte on the Kidneys?
Prednij Forte may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prednij Forte on the Liver?
Prednij Forte may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Prednij Forte on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Prednij Forte. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Prednij Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Prednij Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prednij Forte habit forming or addictive?
Prednij Forte is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Prednij Forte since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Prednij Forte should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Prednij Forte is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prednij Forte
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Prednij Forte with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prednij Forte
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prednij Forte with alcohol will be.
Yes, Prednij Forte can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful interaction or any change in side effects profile have been reported between them when they used together. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Prednij Forte is an anti-inflammatory drug. It used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Prednij Forte is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.
Take [medicine] with food or milk to prevent stomach upset, exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed more than the prescribed duration of the medicine course.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Orapred ODT® (prednisolone sodium phosphate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872