Prednisolone Flashcards
1
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What medicine group is Prednisolone part of?
A
Corticosteroid
2
Q
What route is Prednisolone administered?
A
Oral
3
Q
Indications of Prednisolone?
A
Anti-inflammatory effect, this makes it suitable for long term disease suppression.
4
Q
Side effects of Prednisolone?
A
Suppressed growth that can affect puberty development.
High doses can cause Cushings Syndrome which can be reversed when treatment is withdrawn.
Abdominal distension, menstrual irregularities, weight gain
5
Q
What are the cautions and indications of Prednisolone?
A
Use with caution with sufferers of hepatic impairment.
Contraindicated in systemic infection.
Can cause psychiatric reactions so monitor family history for psychiatric conditions.
6
Q
Nursing implication of Prednisolone?
A
Observe changes in mood and behaviour.
