| Brand Name | Generic |
| Generic Name | Prednisone |
| Drug Class | Locally Acting Corticosteroid |
| Availability | Prescription |
| Manufacturer | Multiple manufacturers |
| Indications | Induction of remission in moderate-to-severe IBD |
| Type | Tablet, Oral Solution |
| Doses | 40-60 mg/day, tapering required over weeks |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Weight gain, mood swings, insomnia, hypertension, increased infection risk |
| Interactions | Immunosuppression risk; interacts with live vaccines, NSAIDs |
| Overdose | Mood changes, high blood sugar, electrolyte imbalance. |
| Missed Dose | Take ASAP; consult provider if unsure. |
| Contraindications | Systemic fungal infections, uncontrolled infections. |
| Alternatives | Budesonide, Methylprednisolone |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Available Rx |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Prednisone is a corticosteroid and can be applied in fighting the inflammation in the diseases such in arthritis, asthma and in the auto immune diseases.
Prednisone is an excellent drug because it reduces body inflammation besides, it also reduces immunity.
Among the side effects of this are the weight gain, the elevated level of blood sugar, the insomnia and change of mood.
No, Prednisone is not expected to be administered with empty stomachs, in order to minimize the chances of stomach upsets.
The use of prednisone, non-conditionally, is also required during pregnancy and 1-3 times regardless of the requirement of the doctor.
NEVER forget to take a dose, or you will be likely to take the last dose you can remember till it is time to take another dose. Do not take two doses at once.
Prednisone is rapid and a day or few hours of its use can eliminate inflammation.
The long term prednisone ought to be taken also the medical practitioner should be keen to contain the side effects of osteoporosis and hypertension.
See your doctor when you have acute mood swings, gain weight or fluid retention.
In fact, Prednisone may be administered in combination with other medications such as anti-coagulants, diuresis and vaccines. Do not also forget to inform your doctor of drugs you have.
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