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(PRED ni sone)
U.S. Brand Names
PredniSONE Intensol™; Sterapred® DS [DSC]; Sterapred® [DSC]
Canadian Brand Names
Apo-Prednisone®; Novo-Prednisone; Winpred™
Mexican Brand Names
Ednapron; Meticorten; Norapred; Prednidib
Pharmacologic Category
Corticosteroid, Systemic
What key warnings should I know about before taking this medicine?
• This medicine does not mix well with many medicines. Serious reactions may occur. Check all medicines with healthcare provider.
Reasons not to take this medicine
• If you have an allergy to prednisone or any other part of this medicine.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
• If you have a severe infection.
How does it work?
• Prednisone replaces an important chemical produced in the body.
• It blocks the allergic reaction by minimizing or preventing the body's reaction to the allergen.
• It prevents or reduces irritation and swelling.
• It decreases the body's harmful response to diseases affecting the immune system.
How is it best taken?
• Take this medicine in the morning if taking once a day.
• Take this medicine with food to prevent stomach upset.
• A liquid (concentrate, syrup) is available if you cannot swallow pills.
• Those who have feeding tubes can also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after medicine is given.
• Take calcium and vitamin D as recommended by healthcare provider.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
• Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
• Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
• Do not change dose or stop medicine. Talk with healthcare provider.
What should I monitor?
• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
• Check blood sugar as directed by healthcare provider.
How should I store this medicine?
• Store at room temperature.
• Protect tablets from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
General statements
• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Most medicines can be thrown away in household trash after mixing with coffee grounds or kitty litter and sealing in a plastic bag.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or in Canada to Health Canada's Canada Vigilance Program at 1-866-234-2345.
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
Created: 2006-10-13 15:16:07.0
Modified: 2010-03-25 14:03:44.0
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