Prednisone

Question 1

Prednisone Mechanism of action

Answer 1

Inhibits the production of inflammatory mediators

Question 2

Prednisone Indicated for

Answer 2

Bronchospasm from CORD or asthma

Rash from anaphylaxis if all signs and symptoms have resolved

Minor allergy with rash

Question 3

Prednisone Contraindications

Answer 3

Known severe allergy

Age less than 1 year

Question 4

Prednisone Cautions

Answer 4

Age less than 5 years with asthma unless history of asthma and has previously received oral steroids

Question 5

Prednisone pregnancy and breast feeding

Answer 5

Withhold if problem is rash or itch

May be given if breast feeding

Question 6

Prednisone Dosage

Answer 6

40mg for adult - 2 tablets

Additional full dose if patient taking a dose lower than described in CPG’s.

Question 7

Prednisone adverse effects

Answer 7

Bitter taste

Fatigue

Sodium and water retention

Reflux

Question 8

Prednisone Onset of effect

Answer 8

30 - 60 minutes

Question 9

Prednisone Duration of effect

Answer 9

24 hours