Prednisone is classified in a class of drugs called corticosteroids. It helps a human body by preventing the release of substances that causes inflammation. Prednisone is often used by patients who are suffering from conditions like allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis or breathing disorders. Other than that, Prednisone may also be used for some other purposes.

What you should know about Prednisone

Other than amazing benefits of Prednisone, it should be noted that one should not take this medication if they are allergic to it or if they have a fungal infection anywhere in the body. It is recommended that before taking Prednisone, one should share his/her medical history with the doctor and also about all the medicine they are taking or had been prescribed. As it is mentioned that there are many other diseases which can be affected by steroid use and certain medicines can interact with steroids. In addition, if a person suffers from unusual stress, serious illness, fever or infection or have had surgery or a medical emergency should also be shared with a doctor.

Furthermore, it is noted that Prednisone can weaken a patient’s immune system and they could easily catch an infection or worsen an infection if they already have one. The patients are requested to tell their doctor about any illness or infection that they have or had within the past several weeks. It is highly recommended that patients who are taking prednisone should stay away from people who are sick or have infections. It is very important that a person taking this drug should call up a doctor immediately if they are exposed to chicken pox or measles, as the condition could turn out to be extremely fatal. Other than that, vaccines may also not work well if someone is taking prednisone.

Before you start with Prednisone

Ensure dose adjustment and special tests if you have following conditions:

• liver disease (such as cirrhosis);
• kidney disease;
• a thyroid disorder;
• diabetes;
• a history of malaria;
• tuberculosis;
• osteoporosis;
• a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis;
• glaucoma or cataracts;
• herpes infection of the eyes;
• stomach ulcers, ulcerative colitis, or diverticulitis;
• depression or mental illness;
• congestive heart failure; or
• high blood pressure

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