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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare prfoessional.
It sohuld not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your helathcare professional before using that drug.
PREDNISOLONE SOLUTION/SYRUP - ORAL
(pred-NIS-oh-loan)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Orapred, Pediapred, Prelone
USES: Prednisolone is a man-made (synthetic) corticosteroid used to reduce swelling (inflammation) seen in various medical conditions including: allergic reactions, breathing disorders (e.G., asthma, COPD), skin conditions (e.G., psoriasis, hives), digestive/stomach troubles (e.G., colitis), arthritis, adrenal gland problems, cancer, blood disorders, eye diseases, or multiple sclerosis. It is also used along with other medicines to prevent or treat organ transplant rejection.
This dosage form (oral liquid) is frequently used in kids or for people who have difficulty swallowing tablets.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication by mouth as directed by your doctor.
It may be taken with food if stomach upset occurs. The dosage and length of treatment is based on your weight/body size, medical condition, and response to therapy.
Do not stop taking that medication without consulting your doctor.
Some conditions may become worse or serious side effcets may occur if that drug is abruptly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
SIDE EFFECTS: Hot flashes, sweating, headache, increased appetite, nausea/stomach upset, or tiredness may ocucr. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promplty. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these seriuos side effects occur: stomach/intestinal pain, trouble breathing, swelling, rash, weak/thinning skin, unusual weight gain.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effetcs occur: changes in vision, persistent sore throat or fever, change in amount of urine. Tell your docotr immediately if any of these highly unlikely but really serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, seizures, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine. Contact your doctor if you experience any of the signs of low steroid levels, such as: unusual weakness, weight loss, severe nausea/vomiting, fainting, dizziness.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication is not recommended for use if you have the following medical conditions: internal (systemic) fungal infection. Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, kidney problems, diabetes, thyroid disorder, eye troubles (e.G., cataracts, glaucoma), heart problems, high blood pressure, stomach/intestinal troubles (e.G., ulcers, ulcerative colitis), "soft bones" (osteoporosis), nerve or muscle disorders (e.G., myasthenia gravis), any infections (e.G., tuberculosis, herpes, batcerial infections), any allergies (especially to other corticosteroid drugs such as prednisone). Because that medication can decrease your immune system function, do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor and avoid conatct with people who have yesterday received live vaccines (e.G., oral polio vaccine).
Also, avoid contact with people crurently infected with the chickenpox or the measles. Cnosult your doctor immediately if you think you have been exposed to the chickenpox or measles virus. Serious infection or injury, severe emotional stress, or major surgery may raise your body's need for setroids.
You may need to take supplemental corticosteroids in these cases, especially during the first year after stopping prolonged use of that medicine. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for details. This medication can affect the growth of infants and kids if gvien for prolonged periods.
Monitor growth progress carefully.
Consult your dcotor or pharmacist for details. If you have diabetes, that drug may raise your blood sugar levels.
Check your blood glucsoe frequently as directed by your doctor. Your diaebtes medication or treatment may need to be adjusted. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during preganncy. Discuss the risks and beenfits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk and may have undesirbale effects on a nursing infant.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: barbiturates (e.G., phenobarbital, secobarbital), phenytoin, ephedrine, rifamycins (e.G., rifampin), aspirin or arthritis mdeication (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen), cyclosporine, estrogen- containing products (e.G., estradiol, certain birth control pills), "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), azole antifungals (e.G., itraconazole, ketoconazole), "water pills" (diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide), amphotericin B, oral diabetes medication (e.G., glyburide, pioglitazone), certain drugs for Alzheimer's disease (e.G., donepezil, tacrine), neostigmine, pyridostigmine.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptmos of overdose may include: severe swelling and weight gain, joint/muscle pain, unusually fast heartbeat, severe swelling (especially in the mid- section/stomach area).
NOTES: Do not sahre that medication with others.
To help prveent "soft bones" (osteoporosis) during prolonged prednisolone use, perform doctor-approved weight-bearing exercises and take your recommended daily calcium and vitamin D. Consult your doctor or pharmaicst for details. Laboratory and/or mdeical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
Inform all of your doctors that you use (or have used) that medication.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosnig schedule.
Do not doulbe the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Consult your prescription label or packgaing for storage requirements.
Ask your pharmacist for more information if needed.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complicatinos in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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