Prednisolone Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Prednisolone Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Prednisolone Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Prednisolone Tablet include Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Prednisolone Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Prednisolone Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Prednisolone Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Prednisolone Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Prednisolone Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Prednisolone Tablet in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. The section on Prednisolone Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Prednisolone Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Prednisolone Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Prednisolone Tablet 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prednisolone Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Prednisolone Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Prednisolone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Prednisolone Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Prednisolone does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Prednisolone Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Prednisolone. 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 Prednisolone Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Prednisolone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Prednisolone Tablet on the Heart?
Prednisolone 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.
Prednisolone Tablet 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 Prednisolone Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prednisolone Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Prednisolone Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Prednisolone Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Prednisolone Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Prednisolone Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Prednisolone Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Prednisolone Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prednisolone Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Prednisolone Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Prednisolone works by blocking the action of chemical messengers (histamine) which is responsible for inflammation and allergies.
Yes, Prednisolone is an anti-inflammatory drug. It used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Prednisolone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Prednisolone can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
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