prednisone(Deltasone, Rayos)
Systemic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid)
Pronunciation
/ˈprɛdnɪsoʊn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- prednisone
- Brand names
- Deltasone, Rayos
- Therapeutic class
- Systemic corticosteroid (glucocorticoid)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take with food in the morning to reduce GI upset and insomnia.
- Do not stop abruptly after >2-3 weeks; taper.
- Avoid live vaccines on chronic high-dose.
- Monitor for mood changes, thirst/urination, swelling.
- Wash hands; avoid sick contacts - infection risk.
Sources
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