What Is Pretazone
3 Topics Foundpill ## My best guess is that the medication being asked about was actually Prednisone, which is a corticosteroid class medication that's used to treat allergic reactions, inflammation and immune disorders. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weight changes and fluid retention. Learn more Prednisone details here. Are there any comments or questions?
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getting of drud ## My father was recently put on 'pretazone'. He has heart problems, high blood pressure & is a 6yr lung cancer survivor. What are the side effects & things he should look for while taking pretazone. I'm not sure what strength he is on. In talking with him recently, he did say he has been haveing some 'crazy' dreams. Any help would be greatly appreciated. THANKS! ## The correct drug name is actually Prednisone, it is a corticosteroid. It can be used to treat many conditions, including inflammation and allergic reactions. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, weight gain, depression and mental confusion. ## my 31 year old pregnant neice has been diagnosed with bells palsy - she is carrying twins. she was diagnosed 1/14/10 and ha...
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Are there any side effects of taking Presidone Medicine? ## All medications carry the risk of causing side effects. The FDA lists the typical ones for Prednisone as possibly including nausea, headache, dizziness, nervousness, fluid retention, weight gain, and insomnia. Is there anything else I can help with? ## How about stomach pain? Is it a side effect of pretazone ## Yes, it can cause stomach pain. Some people simply can't tolerate certain medications due to this. Try taking it with food and plenty of water to potentially reduce the risk. If the stomach pain persists contact your doctor. I've been lucky when taking prednisone myself, as I've noticed virtually no side effects from it; aside from perhaps a slight boost in energy. We're all different though and many peop...
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