Description
Description
This medicine is used to treat allergies and inflammation. It contains Prednisolone which is a corticosteroid. These are naturally present in the human body, but giving an extra-boost may help speed up the process to reduce inflammation.
Ingredients
Prednisolone
Drug Class
Corticosteriod
Dosage Form
Tablet
Uses
This medication is used to treat the allergy and inflammation due to the fungal (candidal) infections.
Dosage
Follow these dosage instructions:
Take as per doctor’s Prescription.
Take one tablet per day as prescribed by the doctor, through mouth with a glass of water.
Take the tablet at a scheduled day regularly to get the most benefit.
Your doctor will determine the treatment length based on your symptom severity.
In case of Overdose
If you think you have used too much of this medicine, talk to your doctor. Seek medical emergency help immediately.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don’t remember missing the dose, don’t double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.
How To Use
Take the tablet whole with a glass of water. It is recommended to take the medicine same time every day.
When Not to Use
Do not take Prednisolone if you have any of these conditions:
Allergic to prednisolone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Suffering from a serious infection that is not being treated
Suffering from a herpes infection of the eye.
Side Effects
This medication may pose these side effects:
Tiredness, dizziness
increased number of white blood cells
blood clotting
nausea and vomiting
heart problems that can cause shortness of breath
convulsions
vertigo
headache
raised pressure in the brain
vision problems
worsening of schizophrenia
worsening of epilepsy
increased pressure in the eyeball (glaucoma)
whitening or clouding of the lens (cataracts)
pressure on the nerve to the eye, thinning of the tissues of the eye (sclera and cornea)
bulging eyes
Precautions & Warnings
You should practice these cautions before taking the medicine:
Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or lactating, and there’s no safer alternative available.
Talk to your doctor if you have hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to any of the components in the medicine.
Talk to your doctor if you have a liver or kidney disease.
Avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.
Avoid foods with extra oil like fried items.
Tell your doctor if you have had Tuberculosis (TB), or have osteoporosis.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor or chemist about any current or potential medications you may be taking, particularly if you take itraconazole and ritonavir.
Food Interactions
The food interactions that should be considered while using prednisolone are:
Avoid alcohol, as it may increase the risk of gastrointestinal irritation or bleeding.
Storage/Disposal
Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.
Control Drug
No
Quick Tips, if any
Always consult your doctor before using any medication.
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