What is prednisone?
Prednisone (generic Deltasone) is a prescription drug used to treat a wide variety of conditions, including inflammation, arthritis, severe allergies, blood and skin conditions, immune system disorders, and more.
Before starting prednisone, tell your doctor if you are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medications or if you have any preexisting conditions. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
What are common side effects of prednisone?
While adverse reactions to prednisone are rare, some patients who take the drug may experience mild side effects, including loss of appetite, weight gain, confusion, excitement, restlessness, headache, nausea, acne, heartburn, increased sweating, and trouble sleeping. Call your doctor if these side effects are severe or do not go away.
Rare, more serious adverse reactions have been known to occur, including severe allergic reactions, eye pain or vision problems, infections, seizures, depression, uncontrollable shaking, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or an irregular heartbeat.
This is not a complete list of side effects. For more information about adverse reactions you may experience while taking prednisone, please visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.
Prednisone (generic for Deltasone) is a prescription medication used to treat a wide range of conditions, such as inflammation, arthritis, severe allergies, blood conditions, skin conditions, immune system disorders, and more. It is available as an immediate-release tablet, a delayed-release tablet, and a liquid solution.
While the FDA has approved prednisone to treat a broad range of conditions, the drug primarily works by targeting and reducing inflammation - and is often prescribed for conditions in which inflammation or swelling are present.
It may be used, for example, as replacement therapy for patients with low naturally occurring glucocorticoid levels. Glucocorticoids are generally produced by the body and are needed for the body to function normally.
It may also be used to treat conditions like severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, autoimmune disorders, skin conditions, kidney problems, and multiple sclerosis flare-ups. Prednisone can even be used in cancer treatments and to suppress the immune system in patients receiving organ transplants.
Prednisone is a corticosteroid, a synthetic version of a chemical naturally produced by your body. Corticosteroids block inflammation in the body, suppressing immune responses to irritants and other conditions. This is helpful for treating conditions in which your immune system mistakenly attacks your body’s own tissues.
Prednisone’s anti-inflammatory properties are key in treating arthritis and asthma.
Prednisone is generally considered a safe medication for short-term use and most side effects tend to be rare and mild. Common side effects include loss of appetite, weight gain, confusion, excitement, restlessness, headache, nausea, acne, heartburn, increased sweating, and trouble sleeping. If these are mild, they may go away within a few days as your body gets used to the treatment. If they do not go away or worsen, consult your doctor.
Some side effects may be serious. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe allergic reactions, eye pain or vision problems, any signs of infections, seizures, depression, uncontrollable shaking, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or an irregular heartbeat.
Be sure to make your doctor aware of any known allergies as well as all prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, and supplements that you may be taking.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. For more information on adverse effects you may experience while taking prednisone, visit the National Institutes of Health’s DailyMed webpage.
You will generally feel the effects of Prednisone within 1 to 2 hours. Delayed-release tablets start working in about 6 hours.
The initial dosage of Prednisone may vary from 5 mg to 60 mg depending on what you are treating and your unique circumstances. The dosage may be increased or decreased from there until the lowest effective dose is determined. Prednisone dosages are highly individualized - your doctor will tailor your dose to your specific condition and needs.
If you miss a dose, don’t worry. Just take it as soon as you remember. If it’s close to the next dose, skip the dose and take it at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra doses to make up for the missed dose.
Be sure to follow your doctor’s instructions and stick to your dosing schedule as closely as possible to lessen the chance of any adverse effects.
Prednisone is currently only available via prescription. This means the use of this drug must be authorized by a licensed health care provider.
Providers on Sesame can write a prescription – or refill an existing one – during a virtual or in-person visit. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you. Book an online consultation with a real, licensed provider on Sesame today to determine whether or not prednisone is right for you.
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