Side Effects of Prednisolone
Prednisolone is a prescription anti-inflammatory medication used for the treatment of a wide variety of medical conditions, including various eye issues, cancers, allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, blood disorders, breathing conditions, skin conditions, intestinal problems and asthma. It is a corticosteroid, and there are possible Prednisolone side effects.
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Common Side Effects
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There are several relatively common and minor Prednisolone side effects, including increased appetite, flushing of the face, acne, insomnia, clumsiness, stomach upset, increased sweating, nervousness, anxiety, headache, nausea, discomfort of the body in general, dizziness and a whirling sensation. Although these side effects usually subside within a few days, let your doctor know if you are experiencing problems with them.
Serious Side Effects
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Although significantly less common, serious side effects of Prednisolone also exist and require immediate medical assistance. These side effects include tarry, dark stools, infection symptoms (such as sore throat, fever and chills), abnormal weight gain, changes in vision, eye-related issues, muscle ache, mood or mental changes, strange sensations of the skin, the skin becoming thinner, extreme vomiting or nausea, bleeding or bruising very easily, being hungrier or thirstier, body fat changes, menstrual period changes, urinating more frequently, chest ache, skin color changes, shortness of breath, sudden extreme dizziness or headache, bone or tendon ache, and the swelling of the hands, feet or ankles.
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Allergic Reactions
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In certain cases, some people might even have allergic reactions to Prednisolone. Some signs of a Prednisolone reaction are chest tightness, swelling, skin rash, hives, problems with breathing and itchiness. You must get immediate emergency care if you have any of these symptoms.
Infection
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Taking Prednisolone can increase the chance of developing an infection due to the fact that such steroid medicines can weaken the immune system. They also can make infections worse or awaken a previous infection.
Caution
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If you have or have had any other medical conditions, you might need dosage changes or specialized testing in order to safely take Prednisolone. Some conditions that might call for this include thyroid disorder, osteoporosis, tuberculosis, glaucoma, malaria, cataracts, mental conditions (such as depression), hypertension, congestive heart failure, diabetes, kidney or liver disease, ulcerative colitis, stomach ulcers and myasthenia gravis. Your physician must be made aware of your medical history.
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