What Does Prednisone Help

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I have read alot of reviews here and on other web sites, but all I can say about this drug is...Where have you been...I am taking 5m tabs 12 a day for 5 days and it decreases to 10 for 4 days and 8 for 3 until you're down to one tab. I am taking it for a lower back pain caused by 2 degenterive discs and bone chips. It help straighten me up and eliminated 90% of the pain. My concern is what happens when I have to stop....I love this medication, and it has also cleared my vision where I no longer need cheaters...It works for me ## I have been off and on drugs for Chronic Neuropathy for 13 years.Nothing helps the pain.Now they want to put me on Prednisone and I am afraid of it.Does anyone have any horror stories on Predisone?I need to know before I commit myself to this...Please!! Arle...

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What are its indications? ## Hello, Reina! How are you? Prednisone is classified by the FDA as a steroid and it has quite a few medical uses, such as treating severe allergic reactions, reducing inflammation or treating immunity disorders. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, acne, fluid retention and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Why would I be told by my doctors that I cannot take it all the time when it is the only thing that works on my emphysema I've had for 15yrs? It's like that only want me to take it for "emergencies" 3-5 days max - but it's the only thing that lets me walk around my home like a regular person! Without them I have maybe 1wk or less a month. The rest of the time I'm too breath...

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small white round pill with z 2907 on it ## There is no definitive way to say what Prednisone looks like, the way it looks can ary greatly by manufacturer, there are no guidelines saying that all pills containing a certain med have to look the same. They can vary in size, color, shape and imprint. The only guidelines for pills from the FDA says the imprints have to be unique for identification purposes. Even these differ from company to company and according to the dosage of the pill. Now, as to this pill, Z 2907 is Furosemide 40mgs. Pill Image It is a generic for the diuretic Lasix, this helps to increase the amount of uring a person passes to help the body lose water and salt to help treat high blood pressure. ## what does prednisolone look like ## how to take prednisone 10mg i dont u...

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Prednisone Drug Index

Prednisone is a glucocorticoid medication mostly used to suppress the immune system and decrease inflammation in conditions such as asthma, COPD, and rheumatologic diseases.[2] It is also used to treat high blood calcium due to cancer and adrenal insufficiency along with other steroids.[2] It is taken by mouth.[2] Common side effects with long-term use include cataracts, bone loss, easy bruising, muscle weakness, and thrush.[2] O...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates expiration dates on all medications to ensure safety and efficacy. However, it's worth noting that many medications remain effective even past these dates. In fact, a significant quantity of these outdated medicines are donated to countries in need, such as various regions in Africa and Bangladesh, where they can still be of great help. It's important to understand that most medications do not become toxic after expiration, with the notable exception of certain antibiotics. While some, like penicillin, may lose potency over time, adjustments in dosage can sometimes compensate for this reduced efficacy. ## According to the following Harvard Medical School family health article, many medications can actually last up to 15 years ...

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what is prednisone used for ? i have it at home and i dont now what they use it for . so need you'll to help figure it out. ## Hello, Mushtaaq! How are you? Prednisone is a steroid class medication that has several different medical uses, such as treating severe allergic reactions, immune disorders and swelling. Learn more Prednisone details here. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, fluid retention, facial swelling and elevated heart rate. Is there anything else I can help with?

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What is this prescribed for ?I injured my knee in a fall on wet floor and want to know how this medication is going to help me and what are the side effects if any. ## All medications carry the risk of causing side effects. The FDA lists the typical ones for Prednisone as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, insomnia, nervousness, and acne. It is a steroid class medication and, in cases such as yours, it is used to help reduce inflammation due to the injury. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Roxane prednisone is ment for bringing inflammation or swelling down, some people have side affects ,of there face swelling and some people have no side affects, whatever it works a 100% even if you have side affects thy will go away in a weary short time.along with your pain and...

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What are side-effects of Prednisone? ## You can view details about the side effects associated with Prednisone by following the link below: NOTE: You may need to scroll down to the section called "Side-effects" as it is a long list. Did you have any other questions or comments to add? Please post back if you do.

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My doctor prescribed me this medicine for my sicknes named Bells Palsy so I took da prescription to da pharmacy.the pharmacist advised me to take 12 tablets by mouth once daily for 7 days. Tablet name is Apo-Prednisone 5mg Prednisone 5mg I just wanted to know if its safe to take so many tablets together ## You should take the medication as directed by your doctor. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, irritability, insomnia, nervousness, weight gain, acne, and fluid retention. Is there anything else I can help with?

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round,white,pill,v5094 ## Just to clarify, the pill you have is Prednisone (5 mg). Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that is particularly effective as an immunosuppressant, and affects virtually all of the immune system. It is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases and (at higher doses) cancers, but has significant adverse effects. To learn more information about Prednisone, please follow the link below... Did you have any questions or comments to add? Please post back if you. ## APO 5 written on a white small round shape tablet. Please inform me what is the name of this tablet. ## My full body affected by huge Allergy.Last four days I have been taking: everyday Prednisone 5 mg 4 tablet as one doge and every after 6 hrs Hydroxyzine 25 mg green 2 capsule at a time. But t...

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Will prednisone help with swelling & pain due to a toothache? ## Hello, Brenda! How are you? I'm sorry that you're suffering from a toothache. No, Prednisone is a steroid and it will not help with such an issue. If you have a toothache, you most likely have an infection, which will require an antibiotic and proper dental treatment. Is there anything else I can help with? ## prednisone absolutely eliminated my tooth ache not once, but several times, two 10 mg for two days and both tooth ache and gout symtons are gone for up to three weeks

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I was prescribed 20 mg of prednisone for an abnormal lump on my leg, i wasn't aware of any of the terrible side affects and took it the first day feeling quite moody and pretty much lost sense of time, when i went to bed my legs began to ache terribly and my heart wouldn't stop pounding. I didn't sleep much at all and when i did i experienced terrible and odd nightmares. I am supposed to take it for 5 days once a day, but i refuse to take anymore because i simply can't handle the side effects. I haven't taken my second dose... i feel okay since i haven't taken anymore but am afraid since i have read and heard how dangerous it is to suddenly stop taking a medication. Will only one days dosage affect me? Please help....... ## Hello, Mrs. Parsons! How are you doing?...

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Can I still take them at this time after 3 yrs. ## Hello, Sissy! How are you? This medication doesn't become dangerous, once expired, but it does lose efficacy over time, so they will not work as well as they did, when new. It would be best to dispose of them. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this steroid as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, acne and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can someone take 10 mg of Prednisone then just stop or do you have to taper off? ## Just one tablet likely won't require a taper, but it's also not going to help you much, since that won't give it a chance to have much of a therapeutic effect in the body. Learn more Prednisone details here. Did you suffer some odd side effects from it that is making you stop it? ## I have been to dr today. Have been taking Rulide fir4days. She changed it over cilex 500 mg 3 x a day. Also out me on prednisolone 25mg. I have only taken one tablet. I cannotsleep and jaw is clenshing. Been reading up on side effects. I am going to Bali in a few days. Dont want to risk picking up a stimach bug. But have a tight chest with coughing and sire throaght. What should i do?? I also take zelitrex 500mg d...

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What is Prednisone used for? Thank you. ## Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that is particularly effective as an immunosuppressant, and affects virtually all of the immune system. It is used to treat certain inflammatory diseases and (at higher doses) cancers, but has significant adverse effects. To learn more information about Prednisone, please follow the link below... Did you have any questions or comments to add? Please post back if you.

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I took double dose of prednisone 60mg in one day 9 hours apart for sinus infection. Should I be worried? ## I was given a 24 hr prednisone shot yesterday to help with my tight chest and coughing. They prescribed 60 mg for 3 days as I had been taking 40mg 2 days prior. I would like to split the dosage so I don't cough at night. I am also taking albuterol in a nebulizer every 4 hrs as the inhaler was not working as good as the treatments in the doctor's office. Can I split the dosage to 30mg twice daily so I can get relief from coughing while trying to get some sleep? I haven't slept in 2 nights due to the coughing. ## Elaine, Prednisone is a glucocorticoid (adrenocortical steroid). Unfortunately I was not able to find any definitive information on exactly how much is consider...

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If I get symptom relief after one 25 mg tablet ;do I still need to step down the dosage or can I stop after 1 tablet ## Hello, Tony! How are you? You should follow your doctors instructions. Just because symptoms went away, that doesn't mean that problem has resolved, yet, so you may end up right back where you started, if you don't finish the medication. There can also be serious complications stopping a steroid suddenly. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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I have taken the 48 pac of prednisone before and it was a graduated dosage by the cards they were on - the prescription I received today was in a bottle and did not have any instructions on how to take them like the ones in the pac. Can you help? ## Are you starting to come off the med? I think you have to gradually come off it. But this current bottle must have a periodic schedule for it, only all at the same dosage. Is this new bottle prescribed by the same doctor? The safest bet would be to contact your doctor or the pharmacy who dispensed it. ## Was just prescribed this medication for a sinus infection. Mine came in a bottle that instructs you to take 2 tabs every12 hours for 3 days, then 1 tablet every 12 hours for 4 days. Was prescribed by a doctor. ## I started out taking my medi...

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NOVO/ 50 MG,PREDNISONE? ## is any kind of pills prednisone (50mg) which manufactured by a company called Novopharm. and The pill is Prednisone (50mg)??? it's small, white, blank on one side and the other has a line through it with the letter Novo on top and a 50 on the bottom ??? ## Hello, Tang! How are you? Yes, this is a 50mg Prednisone tablet. This medication is a steroid that is used to treat swelling, allergic reactions and immunity issues, it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, fluid retention, acne and weight changes. Is there anything else I can help with?

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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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