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Prednij, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Prednij also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Prednij depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Prednij include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Some other side effects of Prednij have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Prednij are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Prednij has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Prednij related warnings talks about Prednij's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Prednij can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Prednij in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Prednij contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Prednij have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Prednij is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Prednij 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prednij is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prednij safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Prednij safely.
Is the use of Prednij safe during breastfeeding?
Prednij is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Prednij on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Prednij. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Prednij on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Prednij. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Prednij only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Prednij on the Heart?
Prednij can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Prednij 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prednij habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Prednij.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Prednij since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Prednij is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prednij is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prednij
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Prednij together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prednij
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Prednij and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Prednij has immunosuppressant properties ( suppress the body's immune system). Hence, it used to treat a number of auto-immune conditions.
Yes, Prednij can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
Yes, Prednij can be taken with antibiotics, but certain antibiotics can increase the metabolism of Prednij hence decreasing its effects. Hence, you may need to adjust the dose accordingly. Please ask your doctor before taking these two medications together.
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.
No, You should not discontinue Prednij on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
