Prednisolone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Prednisolone is a corticosteroid sold in Pakistan as tablets, syrups for children and eye drops.
How Prednisolone works
Prednisolone copies the body’s natural cortisol, calming inflammation and the immune system.
What is Prednisolone used for?
- Flare-ups of asthma and COPD
- Severe allergies and skin conditions
- Inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune diseases
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Eye drops: inflammation of the eye, such as after surgery
Side effects of Prednisolone
Not everyone gets side effects. The ones reported more often are:
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Raised blood sugar
- Mood changes or trouble sleeping
- Indigestion
- Higher risk of infections
Get medical help for fever or signs of infection, black stools, severe mood changes, or vision problems. Eye drops used long-term need eye pressure checks.
Precautions and warnings
- Do not stop it suddenly after more than a few weeks. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually.
- Take tablets with food, usually in the morning.
- People with diabetes need closer sugar monitoring.
- Tell your doctor about tuberculosis, infections, ulcers or glaucoma.
- Steroids should never be used for weight gain.
Frequently asked questions about Prednisolone
Why should prednisolone be taken in the morning?
Taking it in the morning matches the body’s natural cortisol rhythm and causes less trouble sleeping.
Prednisolone brands and prices in Pakistan
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Medical disclaimer: This page is for general information only and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change any medicine, or its dose, without speaking to a qualified healthcare professional.