What is Prednisone ?
Prednisone is a corticosteroid. It
prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It also
suppresses the immune system.
Prednisone is used as an
anti-inflammatory or an immunosuppressant medication. Prednisone treats many
different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative
colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or breathing disorders.
Usage:
Prednisone
is used in the management of inflammatory conditions or diseases in which the
immune system plays an important role. Since this drug is used for the
treatment and management of so many diseases and conditions, only the most
common or FDA approved uses are listed.- Several types of arthritis
- Ulcerative colitis
- Crohn's disease
- Systemic lupus
- Allergic reactions
- Asthma
- Severe psoriasis
- Leukemias
- Lymphomas
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
- Bronchitis
Prednisone is used as replacement therapy in patients whose adrenal glands are unable to produce sufficient amounts of cortisol.
Prednisone
side effects
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blurred vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;
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swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath;
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severe depression, feelings of extreme happiness or
sadness, changes in personality or behavior,
seizure
(convulsions);
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bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood;
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pancreatitis (severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea
and vomiting, fast heart rate);
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low potassium (confusion, uneven heart rate, extreme thirst, increased
urination, leg discomfort, muscle weakness or limp feeling); or
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dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in
your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats,
seizure).
Other common prednisone side effects may include:
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sleep problems (insomnia), mood changes;
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increased appetite, gradual weight gain;
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acne, increased sweating, dry skin, thinning skin, bruising or discoloration;
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slow wound healing;
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headache, dizziness, spinning sensation;
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nausea, stomach pain, bloating; or
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changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your arms, legs,
face, neck, breasts, and waist).
Molecular Weight:
358.428 g/mol
Molecular structure:
