Prednisolone Flashcards
1
Q
How does prednisolone upregulate gene transcription
A
Steroid-receptor complex
2
Q
Indications of prednisolone (4)
A
- suppress inflam & allergy
- severe asthma
- immunosuppression
- rheumatic disease
3
Q
Prednisolone side effects (5)
A
- moon face symptoms
- psychosis
- fat redistribution
- thin limbs
- easy bruising
4
Q
Why should you not stop prednisolone suddenly
A
Adrenal-pituitary axis suppression
5
Q
Why should you avoid contacting ppl at risk of infection when taking prednisolone
A
Immunosuppressive effect
