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Siopred, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Siopred has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Siopred depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Siopred also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Siopred side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Siopred are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Siopred's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Siopred's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Siopred since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Siopred contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Siopred may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Siopred is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Siopred 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Siopred safe for pregnant women?
Siopred is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Siopred safe during breastfeeding?
Siopred does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Siopred on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Siopred. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Siopred on the Liver?
Siopred can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Siopred on the Heart?
Siopred may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Siopred 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 Siopred unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Siopred habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Siopred has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Siopred since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Siopred only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Siopred is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Siopred
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Siopred with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Siopred
Information about the interaction of Siopred and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Siopred can cause depression or mood change. Research suggests that Siopred lower the serotonin level in the body, and it is known that lowered serotonin levels cause depression and another psychiatric disease.
Siopred is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. However, it is anti-inflammatory in nature which can help in the reducing swelling and pain due to inflammation.
No, You should not discontinue Siopred 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, Siopred is safe to use, if taken prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as dizziness, insomnia, headache, weight gain, stomach pain, bloating, and sweating.
Yes, Siopred has immunosuppressant properties ( suppress the body's immune system). Hence, it used to treat a number of auto-immune conditions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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