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Presolon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Other than this, Presolon has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Presolon. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Presolon are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Presolon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Presolon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Presolon has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Presolon related warnings talks about Presolon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Presolon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Presolon in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Presolon contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Presolon have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Presolon is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Presolon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Presolon safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Presolon in pregnant women.
Is the use of Presolon safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Presolon.
What is the effect of Presolon on the Kidneys?
Presolon can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Presolon on the Liver?
Presolon may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Presolon on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Presolon. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Presolon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Presolon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Presolon habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Presolon has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Presolon since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Presolon should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Presolon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Presolon
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Presolon, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Presolon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Presolon.
No, You should not discontinue Presolon on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Yes, Presolon can be taken with antibiotics, but certain antibiotics can increase the metabolism of Presolon hence decreasing its effects. Hence, you may need to adjust the dose accordingly. Please ask your doctor before taking these two medications together.
Take Presolon as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as directed by a doctor.
Yes, Presolon can cause depression or mood change. Research suggests that Presolon lower the serotonin level in the body, and it is known that lowered serotonin levels cause depression and another psychiatric disease.
Presolon is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Orapred ODT® (prednisolone sodium phosphate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872
