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- A: Prednisone is a corticosteroid medication that is used to treat a variety of pain and inflammatory conditions. You should take the prednisone pack exactly as it was prescribed by your physician. If the pain returns when you have completed the course of prednisone, call your physician.
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- Prednisone can be used to treat allergic disorders, skin conditions, and breathing disorders. Side effects of prednisone may include headache, dizziness, increased sweating, stomach pain, and sleep problems. Typically, prednisone is taken in the morning with food because of the possibility of insomnia.
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Prednisone (Oral) Prednisone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription. This product is available in the following dosage forms: 1  Tablet. 2  Syrup.
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Prednisone for treating Vasculitis Prednisone is prescribed for a wide range of conditions, especially autoimmune diseases. These include, among many others, arthritis, gout, lupus, psoriasis, asthma attacks, severe allergies and multiple sclerosis. Despite prednisone’s many uses and effectiveness, it is known to cause many side effects.
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- Prednisone is used for a variety of conditions including skin conditions, allergy conditions, asthma, and inflammation. Side effects associated with prednisone include sleep problems, dry skin, dizziness, nausea, and changes in the shape of body fat.rednisone may be given to dogs to control pain and swelling from conditions such as arthritis. Because it suppresses the immune system, prednisone may also be used in dogs to manage immune-system conditions such as allergies, asthma, lupus, and other disorders.
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Methylprednisolone Acetate Suspension for injection Listen PREDNISONE (PRED ni sone) is a corticosteroid. It is commonly used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs, and other organs. Common conditions treated include asthma, allergies, and arthritis. It is also used for other conditions, such as blood disorders and diseases of the adrenal glands.
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Prednisone Prednisone is used to treat endocrine disorders and arthritis. Prednisone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this guide. What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving prednisone to my pet: Do not give prednisone to your pet if the pet has a serious bacterial, viral or fungal infection.he usual dose for dogs and cats is determined based on the condition being treated and the pet's response to treatment. Prednisone should not be stopped suddenly. There should be a gradual reduction in dosage before stopping. Prednisone should be taken with food to lessen stomach upset.
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- Prednisone for cancer treatment. Prednisone may be used in the treatment of: 1  Some types of leukemia, lymphoma and other cancers, usually alongside chemotherapy. 2  To help prevent or treat allergic reactions to other drugs used in cancer care.
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- Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune system. Prednisone is prescribed for a wide range of conditions, especially autoimmune diseases. These include, among many others, arthritis, gout, lupus, psoriasis, asthma attacks, severe allergies and multiple sclerosis. Despite prednisone’s many uses and effectiveness, it is known to cause many side effects.
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Prednisone for Veterinary Use Basic Information. Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid used for many conditions in both human and veterinary medicine. Its anti-inflammatory activity is approximately four times that of hydrocortisone. Corticosteroids are extremely effective anti-inflammatory drugs because they affect the inflammatory process at so many different levels.
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- Oral prednisone is used to reduce inflammation in many parts of your body. It’s used to treat a variety of conditions. This medication can weaken your immune system, which may make you more susceptible to infections.
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- Prednisone is also used in people who have normal corticosteroid levels, but who have certain medical conditions, such as arthritis, severe allergic reactions, multiple sclerosis, lupus, asthma, and other medical conditions involving the lungs, skin, eyes, kidneys, blood, thyroid, stomach, and intestines.
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Prednisone (Steroids) Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids work by decreasing the body’s immune system response to various diseases or conditions that produce symptoms such as swelling, inflammation and allergic-type reactions.
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Prednisone and other corticosteroids Weigh the benefits and risks of corticosteroids, such as prednisone, when choosing a medication. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Corticosteroid drugs — including cortisone, hydrocortisone and prednisone — are useful in treating many conditions, such as rashes, lupus and asthma.
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Meticorten Prednisone is a prescription medication used to treat many conditions including: 1  low corticosteroid levels (adrenal insufficiency). 2  certain types of arthritis. 3  allergic conditions. 4  multiple sclerosis. 5  lupus and other collagen diseases.
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- A: Prednisone is a corticosteroid medication which is used to treat various inflammatory conditions including temporary use for relief of allergic reactions. Side effects associated with short term use of prednisone include insomnia, stomach upset, mood changes, increased appetite, and weight gain.
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Prednisone Why is this medication prescribed? Prednisone is used alone or with other medications to treat the symptoms of low corticosteroid levels (lack of certain substances that are usually produced by the body and are needed for normal body functioning). Prednisone is also used to treat other conditions in patients with normal corticosteroid levels.
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- Prednisone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It is sometimes referred to simply as an oral steroid. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) causes inflammation, pain, and swelling of joints. Corticosteroids like prednisone are good at reducing inflammation. By doing this, prednisone reduces the swelling and stiffness in the joints affected by RA. This also helps to ease the pain.
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Prednisone Prednisone also works to suppress your immune system. Your doctor may prescribe prednisone to treat a number of conditions, including an allergic reaction and certain skin, intestine, blood, eye, nervous system, kidney, and lung conditions.
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Prednisone â- Prednisone (side effects) Corticosteroid medications — including cortisone, hydrocortisone and prednisone — have great potential in the treatment of a variety of conditions, from rashes to lupus to asthma.
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Prednisone and Asthma What Is Prednisone? Prednisone is an oral steroid medication. If you have serious worsening of asthma symptoms (an asthma attack), your doctor may prescribe a brief course of oral steroids such as prednisone. Oral steroids may also be prescribed when your asthma symptoms worsen but you do not require hospitalization.
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Prednisone Prednisone is also used to treat sarcoidosis. Prednisone can be used in the treatment of decompensated heart failure to potentiate renal responsiveness to diuretics, especially in heart failure patients with refractory diuretic resistance with large dose of loop diuretics.
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- Drug Details. 1  Drug Name: Prednisone Prednisolone. 2  Common Name: Prednis-Tab®. 3  Drug Type: Corticosteroid.  Used For: Inflammation, Cancer, Addison’s disease, Nervous system 1  disorders. Species: Dogs, Cats.  Administered: Tablets, Oral liquid, 1  Injectable. How Dispensed: Prescription 2  only. FDA Approved:  Yes.
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Prednisone for Dogs Corticosteroids (steroids in short) such as prednisone for dogs are common dog allergy medication prescribed by veterinarians to relieve the itchiness in the allergic dog. Corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, and itch-relieving.
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Prednisone for Dogs Prednisone is an immune system suppressive drug that can also reduce swelling and pain. The conditions that require the use of prednisone may include: Allergies, by inhibiting the immune system and reducing swelling and irritation. Asthma, by reducing the inflammation that limits the capacity of the air passages.