What Is The Use Of Corticosteroid

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treatment for carpal tunnel ## A corticosteroid drug, any one of several synthetic or naturally occurring substances with the general chemical structure of steroids . They are used therapeutically to mimic or augment the effects of the naturally occurring corticosteroids, which are produced in the cortex of the adrenal gland . Corticosteroids are very powerful drugs that affect the entire body; even corticosteroids used on large areas of skin for long periods are absorbed in sufficient quantity to cause systemic effects. Corticosteroids, as well as adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), the pituitary gland substance that stimulates the adrenal cortex, have modifying effects on many diseases. Some corticosteroid derivatives mimic the action of the naturally occurring steroid hormone aldoste...

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What is prednisone 5mg/5ml sol roxa used for? ## Hi Aria, Prednisone is a corticosteroid used to treat severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, and skin conditions. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. The manufacturer of this particular oral solution is Roxane. Learn More: Prednisone Details I hope this helps!

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What is Trolic? What is it prescribed for? ## What is Trolic (Prednisone) used for? According to MedlinePlus, “Prednisone is used alone or with other medications to treat the symptoms of low corticosteroid levels, as well as certain types of arthritis; severe allergic reactions; multiple sclerosis; lupus; and certain conditions that affect the lungs, skin, eyes, kidneys blood, thyroid, stomach, and intestines. Prednisone is also sometimes used to treat the symptoms of certain types of cancer.” How does Trolic (Prednisone) work? “Prednisone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works to treat patients with low levels of corticosteroids by replacing steroids that are normally produced naturally by the body. It works to treat other conditions by reducing...

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what is it used for ## This tablet contains 20mgs of the Corticosteroid Prednisone, a generic for Deltasone. This is used to treat swelling and allergic reactions. Some of the most common side effects include: high blood sugar, nausea, weight gain and joint pain.

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My vergina is itchy and I was given vari- hydrocortisone at the clinic ## My vagina is itching. Can I use Vari-Hydrocirtisone ## You should use it, if your doctor has instructed you to do so. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that is often used topically to alleviate itching. It may cause topical side effects, such as burning, redness, and skin flaking. Norina, have you visited a doctor? This may not help, if your itching is due to some other condition. ## Please help my virgin is itchy, with red lips. I went to clinic i was givin the viginal pill, nd other 6 tablet to be taken 1@morning and 1@night ....Ive started my treatment bt still it hasnt stop itching and the virginal pill it looks like it coming out as it is, and as it coming out it makes my virgin more worst . Is it pissible f...

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May I know use of Predmet 8? I am suffering by neck and left hand pain, so please suggest me is this medicine is right for me? Thank you. ## According to CIMS, Predment is a brand of Methylprednisolone from India. This is a corticosteroid drug used in treating a wide variety of conditions, including pain and inflammation which you are reporting. The Methylprednisolone Details page states: " Long-term use of methylprednisolone, as with all corticosteroids, can be associated with hyperglycemia, decreased resistance to infection, swelling of face, weight gain, congestive cardiac insufficiency, fluid and sodium retention, edema, hypertension, increased eye pressure, glaucoma, osteoporosis, and psychosis, especially when used at high doses. The most serious side effect occurs after the a...

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i have psorisis in my ears will fluocinolone acetonide help them? the some times drain at night. can u sugjest something to use, i understand that you might be a medical person, but any help will do ## Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid primarily used in dermatology to reduce skin inflammation and relieve itching. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... I am not an MD, but I am in the health field and my personal suggestion would be to look into natural alternatives such as essential oils. There are certain oils for psoriasis, that not only concentrate on the issue itself, but also benefit your entire body as a whole, without the negative side effects associated with prescription drugs. If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back ...

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I would like to know what the price of this item is Rumoquin NF? ## Based on my research, Rumoquin NF contains the active ingredients: (100 mg) of Phenylbutazone (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory) + (200 mg) of Methocarbamol (a muscle relaxant) + (0.75 mg) of Dexamethasone (a corticosteroid); This medication is used to treat pain and swelling. I'm unaware of the price because,from what I can gather, it is not available in the U.S. Here is a link to a thread that may be of help to you: Discuss/Rumoquin-NF-160945.htm Please post back if you have any more questions!

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I'm looking for information on the ingredients and prescribed application of Rumoquin NF. ## Rumoquin N.F. made by Schoen Lab in Mexico contains the following active ingredients: Methocarbamol (215mg) + Indomethacin (25mg) + Betamethasone (0.75mg) Methocarbamol is in a class of medications called muscle relaxants. It works by slowing activity in the nervous system to allow the body to relax. [1]Indomethacin is in a class of medications called NSAIDs. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation. [2]Betamethasone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching. [3] Each of these medications are used in combination with one anot...

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Can Nitrofur-Macr 100mg be taken with keppra, trileptal, enalapril and prednisone? ## Hi TA, There's actually quite a few different interactions found between every medication you mentioned "except" for Nitrofu-Macr...you can view these interactions below: Enalapril and Prednisone: Corticosteroids may antagonize the effects of antihypertensive medications by inducing sodium and fluid retention. Prednisone and Trileptal (oxcarbazepine): Coadministration with oxcarbazepine may decrease the plasma concentrations of drugs that are substrates of the CYP450 3A4 isoenzyme. Keppra (levetiracetam) and Trileptal (oxcarbazepine): Central nervous system- and/or respiratory-depressant effects may be additively or synergistically increased in patients taking multiple drugs that cause thes...

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I was given this tube of cream but, what is it supposed to do? ## I'm curious as to why someone would give you a prescription based tube of cream without telling you what it was. Bad business... Clobetasol propionate cream and ointment contain the active compound clobetasol propionate; a synthetic corticosteroid, for topical dermatologic use. It is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Treatment beyond 2 consecutive weeks is not recommended, and the total dosage should not exceed 50 g/week because of the potential for the drug to suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. Please post back if you have any other questions or comments to add. ## I was given this foam and because my scalp sores are ...

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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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A specialist prescribed Dhasolone to my daughter ( 5 yrs old) for hair loss problem. i wanted to know : 1) Use of Dhasolone 2) How does it treat hair loss 3) Side effect to the child ## Dhasalone contains the active ingredient Prednisolone, this is a corticosteroid. As to how it treats hair loss, that really depends on what is causing it, because these medications can be used to treat many different things, including allergic reactions, collagen diseases and endocrine problems Did he say what he believes is causing the hair loss? Common side effects can include: nausea, drowsiness, peripheral edema and weight gain. Learn more: ## my 20 months old daughter weight 14.8 was recently send to daycare but every months get cough and fever, doctor said that is infection so every time give her s...

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side effects of clonate cream ## Clonate Cream contains the active ingredient Clobetasol Propionate, which is a corticosteroid that's commonly used to treat various skin disorders. Since it's used topically, the side effects are usually minimal, but can include skin irritation, a burning sensation and skin dryness. Learn more Clonate Cream details here. What are you using it to treat?

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I have been given this medication and am unsure what it is used for. ## what is prednisolone na 5mg/5ml sol it was percribed to my 6month old niece thank you crystal ## it is used for breathing problens when my friends children get sick the doctor gives it to the it has alot of side effecte my mother cant take it she see.s things that arent there also hastrouble breathing im surorised they give it to a baby ## my son use this his doctor gave it to him ## 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. These conditions include cer...

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I have Arthritis and I just got Rumoquin NF is there something else I can take without the weight gain? ## Rumoquin NF contains the active ingredients: 100mgs of Phenylbutazone (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory): 200mgs of Methocarbamol (a muscle relaxant): and Dexamethasone (a corticosteroid): That said, the weight gain can be caused by the steroid, Dexamethasone, though it does not affect everyone. You could try asking your doctor for an alternative that does not have a steroid in it, because it is a common side effect to all of them. Have you spoken to your doctor about your concerns on gaining weight? ## If all of these people "spoke to their dr" they obviously wouldn't be asking a question. Not to mention all the mexico posts. Do you THINK they are asking their "dr&...

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Looks bigger pill than usual what is this suppose to a 29mg of prednisone ## Hi donna, The pill you are describing marked 50 92 V is identified as Prednisone 20 mg. Manufacturer: Qualitest Pharmaceuticals Inc. National Drug Code (NDC): 00603-5339 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. Learn More: Prednisone Details I hope this helps!

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after using wysolon ,hw we reget our previous face whats the solution for this ## Wysolone contains the active ingredient Prednisolone, a corticosteroid. I can tell that English is not your native language, so I apologize ahead of time if I am misunderstanding your question. However, it seems to me that you are saying you regret using it, because you suffered some ill effects and are looking for a solution. If I am correct, then the solution would be to stop using it, so that the effects eventually wear off. This may take awhile, if you were using it for a prolonged period of time. However, there is nothing else you can do to counteract its effects, you just have to let your body process it out normally. Is this the information you were looking for?

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small round yellow pill west word 477 ## The pill you have is Prednisone (20 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.

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