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Prednisone

Clinical information about prednisone, personal experiences, side-effects, and tips on living with steroids.
Will the Side Effects from Prednisone Lessen or Go Away?
Side effects from the steroid drug prednisone are common. At what dosage are side effects common, and will they reverse once the prednisone is stopped?
Will the weight I gained while taking prednisone ever go away?
Weight gain during prednisone therapy is common. When the dosage of prednisone is below 10mg a day, this side effect and others start to resolve. However, you may still need to use a diet and fitness plan to lose those extra pounds.
Permanent Side Effects of Prednisone
If you have IBD, your doctor has probably prescribed steroids such as prednisone. The common side effects of steroids range will go away when the dosage is tapered down and discontinued. However, many people are not aware of the potentially serious and permanent effects that can occur with high dosages and/or prolonged use of prednisone.
Prednisone: The Drug We Love To Hate
The common side effects of prednisone are pretty scary, so why do doctors prescribe this drug, and why do we continue to take it?
Prednisone Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about prednisone including dosage and other medical conditions which could contraindicate its use.
Prednisone Side Effects
Comprehensive list of side effects for this corticosteroid drug.
Prednisone
Learn more about prednisone, an adrenocortical steroid that is commonly used to treat children with asthma attacks, allergic reactions, poison ivy, and other conditions. From About Pediatrics Guide, Vincent Iannelli, MD.
DrugDigest.org - Prednisone (Deltasone, Meticorten, etc)
A list of frequently asked questions such as who this drug is for, when you should be careful taking, if it interacts with other drugs, and what to do if you miss a dose.
Druginfonet.com - Deltasone (prednisone)
An overwhelming amount of very technical information about prednisone.
Druginfonet.com - Doctor Answers Questions on Prednisone
A large amount of questions about prednisone answered by a doctor. Unfortunately, they are not hyperlinked or categorized in any way, so search for relevant words by holding down [CTR] and [F] keys on your keyboard.
Drugs.com - Prednisone
Answers to questions about prednisone in a simple to read format. Also provides a link to a printable version
Rxlist.com - Prednisone (Deltasone)
Complete, but technical, information about this drug including clinical pharmacology, side effects, warnings, and contraindications.
Three Rivers Endoscopy Center - All About Prednisone
In plain English, Three Rivers explains how to take prednisone properly while avoiding weight gain and osteoporosis.

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