Prednisone/Prednisolone Flashcards
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Indications for Prednisone and prednisolone
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- Bronchospasm associated with asthma or COPD
- CROUP
- Prominent rash associated with anaphylaxis, provided all systemic signs have resolved.
- Minor allergy associated with rash
2
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Contraindications for Prednisone/Prednisolone
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Known severe Allergy
3
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Cautions for Prednisone/Prednisolone
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Age less then 5 with asthma
4
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Actions of Prednisone/Prednisolone
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- Has anti-inflammatory/immunosuppressant actions.
- It inhibits the production of inflammatory mediators reducing the inflammatory and immune response
5
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Dosage of Prednisone/prednisolone
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- Tablets = 40mg (x2 20mg)
- Liquid = 8ml (40mg)
6
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Prednisone/prednisolone side effects/onset time
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side effects = Fatigue, Reflux
onset = 30 - 60mins