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Prednolone is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Prednolone have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Prednolone depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Prednolone include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Some other side effects of Prednolone have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Prednolone normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Prednolone is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Prednolone has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prednolone related warnings section.
Prednolone 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. The section on Prednolone contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Prednolone may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Prednolone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Prednolone 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 Prednolone safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Prednolone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Prednolone safe during breastfeeding?
Prednolone does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Prednolone on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Prednolone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Prednolone on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Prednolone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Prednolone on the Heart?
Prednolone 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.
Prednolone 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 Prednolone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prednolone habit forming or addictive?
Prednolone 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 Prednolone since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Prednolone should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prednolone is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Prednolone
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Prednolone, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prednolone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prednolone with alcohol will be.
Yes, Prednolone 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.
Prednolone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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.
No, You should not discontinue Prednolone 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.
Yes, Prednolone can cause depression or mood change. Research suggests that Prednolone lower the serotonin level in the body, and it is known that lowered serotonin levels cause depression and another psychiatric disease.
This medicine data has been created by -
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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