Prednisone 20mg Tablets

Will I incur bad side effects from only 9 days of use? ## Hi gina, Honestly, there's really no telling when or if you might ever end up experiencing certain side effects from taking this medication. And although some people are more prone than others due to their body chemistry, it's generally not something that can easily be predicted, if that's what you're asking? On another note, you may want to have a look at prednisone's list of possible side effects (linked below) to help give you an idea of what signs/symptoms to be aware of throughout the duration of your treatment: nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601102.html#side-effects Do you feel like you've been responding well to the medication, thus far? ## Yes my case of sumac was/is really bad but my eyes ...

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I have a twelve year old son with cystic fibrosis recently prescribed Prednisone 20mg. The prescription is to take 2 tablets twice a day. Does this mean take 2 tablets in the morning and two in the evening? ## You should check with his doctor or pharmacist to be certain, but going by the usual pharmaceutical directions, yes, it that normally means you should give him 2 tablets at each dosing. Otherwise, it should say take one tablet, twice daily, or something similar. Prednisone is a steroid class medication, so it may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, weight gain and fluid retention. Learn more: You can also found out by checking the details on the prescription label, for instance checking the number of tablets in the bottle and how many days of a supply they list it as b...

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I was given 84(20mg) tablets of prednisone for an allergic reaction to a blood pressure pill. After the second dose of 16 tablets i lost control of my bladder and have had multiple side effects to include osteoporosi,gerd,double vision,memory loss,lymphedema,stent surgery of the abdomen,nasopharyngeal surgery,ulcers of the lower legs, unstable use of my legs,loss of vision,etc. I am now a 49 yr old woman and this 10 day supply of prednisone has wrecked havoc on my life and also has affected my whole family! My husband has to care for myself and our 2 children. I cannot cook because of vision and unstable ability to use my legs,and i have not been able to drive since the initial dose began 2 and a half yrs ago.I am still urinating blood and leucocytes and even though i only took this for...

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Hi. I have been prescribed prednisone 20 mg. On the bottle it says take 3 tablets once daily. Does this mean i take 3 at 1 time? ## Hello, Tiffany! How are you? Yes and it is a typical way for this medication to be prescribed, in order to give you a high dose to treat the relevant condition. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this steroid as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, nervousness and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with? ## 3tablet once daily ?? what does it mean ?? ## Crystal... I was prescribed Prednisone,my 1st day I took 3 pills 1 in the morning 1 at lunch 1 at night. Was I suppose to take them together? and if so, on the 2nd day it says take 2 pills a day for the next 3 day's, do I go ahead and take them at once everyday until I...

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I have to take prednisone 20mg tablets 3 times a day. How far apart should I take them? ## Approximately every 8 hours, though it doesn't have to be exactly precise. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, irritability, nervousness, and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi. I just want to ask if a person has given 2 tablets of prednisone 20mg instead of 1 tab in just a day, does it mean, he/she needs to skip the another dose for tomorrow? ## Hello, Pranky! How are you? Not necessarily, they should follow their doctor's instructions. Sometimes a bolus of a larger dose is given for the first dose, then it is lowered afterwards for a week, or so. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I read my label wrong , it was supposed to be 4 10mg tablets for 3 days. I took 4 10 mg tables 3 times today, so a total of 12 pills. What should I do?? Should I now skip the next 2 days? Is this going to hurt me.

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predinsone 20mg tablets.is it peach in color,with the letters or words westwrod 447 on it. ## I found Prednisone 20 mg, click on the link to view the pill... To learn more about this drug click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## I take 30 tablets of Prednisone 10 mg till they are gone. Can I take Tylenol P.M.? I can not sleep. ## i got prednidone to.take..listed as 10 mg BUT look bigger than last time...has printed on pill TL 173...are these correct? i feel.diff on these pills

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My 20mg prednisone tablets have no expiration date. How long will they maintain their potency and life stored at room temperature around 78 to 82 degrees in fairly dry conditions? ## Hello, Gerry! How are you? If they are still in the original sealed bottle from the factory, then they have a 3 to 4 year expiration date, if kept in a cool, dark, dry location, which would be less than the temperature you've mentioned. If they are in a pharmacy bottle, which exposes them to the elements that cause degradation, then the expiration date is one year from the date they were dispensed to you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Need help with tablet count for prescription. I'm a student and I have to calculate the number of tablets needed to fill the rx. Prescription reads Prednisone 10MG # QS. The SIG is: 30mg bid x 2d 25mg bid x 2d 20mg bid x 2d 15mg bid x 2d 10mg qd x 2d 5mg qd x 2d (then stop) I also need help with writing the patient label based on this rx ... Thank you. Alan ## Hi Alan, I'm not quite familiar with your method for calculating the number of pills. Is there a type of formula you are following to get where you are? It's definitely something that one would consider to be as simple as putting the right number of pills into the right container, but I can see that it is much more than just that. Below are a couple of sites that I thought could be of help to you when calculating or co...

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My Dr. wanted me to get 2 prednisone tablets in today, so I took one at 5pm and one at 10pm. Is that ok and is that far enough apart? ## Ideally, they should be taken about 12 hours apart. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, fluid retention, and acne. Are you on any other medications? Has there been any change?

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My Prednisone Rx is not specific about the dosing instructions. It merely states take 3 tablets every day for allergic reaction (6 day supply). Do I take 1 tablet three times per day or do I take all 3 tablets at once. I asked the pharmacist at CVS and she claimed she had no idea how the doctor meant for me to take it and that I would need to contact the ER doctor who prescribed it. I was unable to reach the ER doctor and no one at the hospital has been able to answer the question . . . just like the pharmacist. Very confusing and frustrating that even when I'm willing to advocate for my own health concerns, I still can't get answers. Please tell me the most effective way to take this medication. ## Hello, Kim! How are you? Absent other instructions from the doctor, you can take...

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3 tablets at a time for five days or should the 3 tablets be taken separately one at 8 one at 2 and one in the evening. For upper respiratory infection ## Hello, Junie! How are you? If your doctor didn't provide any specific instructions, then it is up to you. Taking all 3 at once in the morning could help prevent the insomnia that this medication can cause, alternatively taking them separately can help minimize the severity of all the side effects. The FDA lists them as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne and nervousness. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been prescribed prednisone 20mg. And am directed to take 2 tablets daily for 5 days. I am male and weigh 158lbs. Do I take 1 tablet every 12 hours or do I take the 2 tablets together each day as one? ## Although I would have your doctor confirm this - In most cases, the term "twice a day" usually refers to having one pill every 12 hours (morning and evening). I believe it is mainly to help keep the medication in your system for as long as possible, throughout the course of 24hrs. Are they extended-release capsules? I hope this helps! ## Can anyone suggest me an exercise to make my hip muscle strong? I am suffering from "Inward Knee Collapse". I learned that i need to strengthen my hip muscles. ## When it say take 2 tablets by mouth daily for 5 day it mean I can ta...

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I have a rx for Prednisone 20mg to take e 1 tablet daily with a quantity of 5 pills. I took 3 tablets in a 24 hour period, leaving me 2 pills to take. This is to get me ready for cancer surgery on my mouth to make sure my lungs are clear. What should I do? Do I take 1 pill for the next 2 days? or skip some days and try and follow the 5-day regiment? I feel like a fool. Thank you for your help. ## Jody, please check with your prescribing doctor, as they may need to prescribe a couple more pills for you to take, before your surgery, so you get the full five days of dosing. Prednisone may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, acne, weight changes, insomnia, and mood changes. Ref: Prednisone Information Are you on any other medications?

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I am a 30 year old female and in the beginning of March 2013 I got terribly sick with some sort of cold paired with a severe sinus infection. I was prescribed Methylprednisolone 4mg dose pack. I completed that with only minor side effects however it didn't really work and I was back at the doctor a mere week later feeling just as bad. I was then prescribed Prednisone 20mg tablets, taking 3 daily for 5 days. It helped my symptoms and I felt better. However, my last dose was Sunday 3/17/2013 and today is Wednesday 3/20/2013 and I am feeling incredibly strange. I feel weak, tired, irritable, depressed, dizzy and light-headed at times, off balance and I am getting mild headaches. I'm also moody and have a short temper. From looking online it looks like these are some of the devastat...

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I have been taking Prednison prescribed by my doctor for Gout.4 tablets ever day for 7days 20mg thats 80 mg a day. can that cause your blood suger to go up to 500? started lowering my dose to ween me of the Prednison slowly ## Hello, David! How are you? Yes, the FDA classifies Prednisone as a steroid and they are known to cause that in some people that take them, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, nervousness, insomnia, acne and weight gain. What medication are you on for your blood sugar? ## May I ask how did you learn of the BS of 500 ? Was it yoUR value? Was it taken because of your doctor's order? That is a very high value and should be treated/monitored carefully!!!! If that was YOUR sugar level, be sure to talk with your doctor as soon as possible!

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What is this used for? There is no information in boa. ## Can you please give me information on Pulmison 20mg tablets. e.g. side effects, what they are prescribed for and if it is safe to take them whilst taking Flagyl for colitis. ## Pulmison contains the active ingredient Prednisone, a steroid commonly used to treat inflammation and allergic reactions. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, high blood sugar, insomnia and weight gain. You can read more about this medication here: There is nothing listed regarding any issues when taking it concomittantly with Flagyl, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist to be certain. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## Thank you very much, this information has been very helpful ## Does Pulmison 20mg have a long shelf l...

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I have been prescribed 20mg tablets of pulmison for 3 days only ## Pulmison contains the active ingredient Prednisone, this is a Corticosteroid used mostly for its immunosuppressant properties, to treat allergic reactions and swelling. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, weight gain and dizziness. Read more: Do you have any other questions? ## my mother 79 yrs old diagnosed with disc prolapse, other doct diagnose disc degeneration, is it the same thing? cant afford surgery as they suggested, what type of pain relief will be good,she got neurobion, pulmison,celebrex,is it ok? ## can i use pulmison 20 mg for pain re gout ? ## I was prescribed pulmison at 30 MG per day for 5 days in conjunction with the antibiotic, Ketek 800 mg per day. It was given to me as I started show...

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Dr prescribe Betaclav 1000mg twice a day and Pulmison 20mg twice a day for chest problems I am 76yrs After one hour I could hardly speak I went to bed for 3 hours and was ok. Is it wise to take the tablets twice a day? ## Is Pulmision 20mg tablets cortisone? ## Hello, Giepie! How are you feeling? Could you be more specific, what type of problem did you have that made you feel you could hardly speak? All medications carry the risk of causing side effects. The Betaclav is an antibiotic and it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Pulmison is a steroid that contains the active ingredient Prednisone, it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, elevated heart rate and insomnia.

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I was given this tablets by my doctor - but it had no information paper with saying what it's used for or what the side effects were. Could you please send me more details. ## This is an African brand name for the drug Prednisone, this is a steroid used to treat various conditions such as swelling and allergic reactions. It does carry some serious side effects, especially the longer you take it. Some of the side effects include: insomnia, weight gain, joint pain and blurred vision. ## hi i got Pulmison 20mg for 5 days as soon as i drink it i feel dise it feels like my head is floating. Is this normal it only gos on for about 5 hours then i am fine again ## Haha, only 5 hours? Its juice bro, not good to drink on that stuff. ## MY DR BOOKED ME OFF AND TELL ME TO DRINK ONLY ONE EARLY I...

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