Prednisone Flashcards
1
Q
List the indications of prednisone
A
-Anaphylaxis
-Bronchospasm – Asthma; COPD
2
Q
What is the dosage for prednisone?
A
50 mg PO
3
Q
List the contraindications for prednisone.
A
-Hypersensitivity
-Patients already on prednisone
-Altered LOC/unable to tolerate oral medication
-System fungal infections