Omnacortil (Prednisolone)

Uses
Prednisolone is a st***dused to reduce inflammation associated with various disorders such as allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, blood disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory diseases, cancer, and skin disorders. Prednisolone is also used as eye drops to treat eye swelling caused by allergy, infection, injury, surgery, or other conditions Uses Prednisolone

How it works
Prednisolone belongs to a group of medicines called glucocorticost***ds. Prednisolone increases the level of corticost***ds which are already present in the body and helps to treat various inflammatory conditions. It has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body.

Common side effects
irritability, cataract, ulcers in food pipe, vertigo, indigestion, nausea, glaucoma, Irritability, psychotic disorders, confusion and forgetfulness, stomach ulcers, abdominal pain, behavioral disturbances, depressed mood, hypertension, and obesity., diarrhea, anxiety, sleep disturbances, acute pancreatitis, abdominal distension, weight gain, amenorrhea, irregular menstrual cycle

Expert advice
Do not take the drugs if you’re allergic thereto or to the other content within the medicine. Inform your doctor: If you have heart, kidney or liver disease, mental disorders or depression, mania or bipolar disorder, If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience a low level of alertness after taking prednisolone. The drug can weaken your system, making it easier for you to urge an infection or worsening an infection you have already got or have recently had. Avoid being near people that are sick or have infections.
Do not receive any live vaccine while using prednisolone.
Do not stop using prednisolone suddenly, otherwise, you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Do not keep the eye drops in the freezer.
Do not stop using prednisolone eye drops suddenly after long-term use without first lecture your doctor.
Do not allow any of the dropper tip to touch any of the surfaces, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which may cause vision loss or serious damage to the attention.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Is prednisolone safe in pregnancy?
Prednisolone may cause harm to the fetus. Hence, it is not advisable to take it in pregnancy without consulting your doctor.

Q. Is prednisolone an st***d, pain-killer, or an anti-inflammatory drug?
Prednisolone is a st***danti-inflammatory drug. However, it is not a pain-killer.

Q. Is prednisolone the same as prednisone?
No. Prednisolone is the active metabolite of prednisone. Both of them are corticost***ds used for different indications.

Q. Can I take prednisolone for whooping cough or chest infection?
No, prednisolone is not used for whooping cough or chest infection.

Q. Is prednisolone safe?
Yes. Prednisolone is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor.

Q. How long can I take corticost***ds for? Can I take st***ds for 1 year/1 month/6 months?
It is advisable to take the drug for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment abruptly or deem an extended period than recommended. Uses Prednisolone

Q. Can I take prednisolone with ibuprofen, Voltaren, omeprazole, paracetamol, citalopram, alcohol, antibiotics, or antihistaminics?
Prednisolone should not be taken with ibuprofen, Voltaren (diclofenac), or other NSAIDs/pain-killers as it may lead to abdominal pain and bleeding. Prednisolone can be taken with omeprazole, paracetamol, citalopram, alcohol, antibiotics (except ketoconazole), or antihistaminics only if prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Does prednisolone cross the placenta?
Prednisolone may cross the placenta and affect the fetus. It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking the drug during pregnancy.

Q. Does prednisolone cause hair loss, weight gain, tiredness, acne, or drowsiness?
Yes. Prednisolone does cause hair loss, weight gain, tiredness, acne, or drowsiness. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does  mask pregnancy symptoms?
There is no Uses Prednisolone  evidence of prednisolone masking pregnancy symptoms. Please consult your doctor to confirm whether you are pregnant.