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During pregnancy, prednisolone should be used only when clearly needed. Infants born to mothers who have been using this medication for an extended period of time may have hormone problems. Tell your doctor right away if you notice symptoms such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, severe diarrhea, or weakness in your newborn. This medication may rarely make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes.

Blood pressure, body weight, routine laboratory studies, including two-hour postprandial blood glucose and serum potassium, and a chest X-ray should be obtained at regular intervals during prolonged therapy. Upper GI X-rays are desirable in patients with known or suspected peptic ulcer disease. Prednisolone is a man-made form of a natural substance made by the adrenal gland. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood problems, immune system disorders, skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, cancer, and severe allergies. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as pain, swelling and allergic-type reactions.

Lifestyle changes that may help reduce the risk of bone problems while taking this drug for an extended time include doing weight-bearing exercise, getting enough calcium and vitamin D, stopping smoking, and limiting alcohol. Discuss with your doctor lifestyle changes that might benefit you. Tell your health care professional that you are using prednisolone before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines .

In this latter situation it may be necessary to increase the dosage of Prednisolone Oral Solution, USP for a period of time consistent with the patient’s condition. In this latter situation it may be necessary to increase the dosage of Prednisolone Syrup for a period of time consistent with the patient's condition. In this latter situation it may be necessary to increase the dosage of Prednisolone Oral Solution for a period of time consistent with the patient’s condition. The initial dosage of PRELONE (prednisolone ) Syrup may vary from 5 mg to 60 mg per day depending on the specific disease entity being treated. In situations of less severity lower doses will generally suffice while in selected patients higher initial doses may be required. The initial dosage should be maintained or adjusted until a satisfactory response is noted.

Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Dispense with a suitable calibrated measuring device to assure proper measuring of dose. PREDISOLONE ORAL SOLUTION, USP contains 15 mg of PREDNISOLONE in each 5 mL (teaspoonful and alcohol 5% (v/v). Dispense 15 mg/5 mL Prednisolone Oral Solution with suitable calibrated measuring device to assure proper measuring of dose. Should be discontinued and the patient transferred to other appropriate therapy.

In active tuberculosis should be restricted to those cases of fulminating or disseminated tuberculosis in which the corticosteroid is used for the management of the disease in conjunction with an appropriate antituberculous regimen. This medicine may reduce your body's ability to fight infections. Try to avoid contact with people with colds, flu or other infections. If you have diabetes, talk to your doctor before changing the dose of your diabetes medicine. Store this medication according to the directions on the product package away from light and moisture. Some brands must be refrigerated, and others must be stored at room temperature.

There is an enhanced effect of corticosteroids on patients with hypothyroidism and in those with cirrhosis. Prednisolone Syrup, USP contains prednisolone which is a glucocorticoid. These are not all the possible side effects of Prelone. Hormone therapy is an adjunct to and not a replacement for conventional therapy. Dosage should be decreased or discontinued gradually when the drug has been administered for more than a few days. Do not start or stop any other medicines without first speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly. The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your health care professional. You should consult your health care professional before taking any drug, changing your diet, or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. The lowest possible dose of corticosteroid should be used to control the condition under treatment, and when reduction in dosage is possible, the reduction should be gradual.

In this latter situation it may be necessary to increase the dosage of PRELONE (prednisolone ) Syrup for a period of time consistent with the patients condition. If after long-term therapy the drug is to be stopped, it is recommended that it be withdrawn gradually rather than abruptly. Psychic derangements may appear when corticosteroids are used, ranging from euphoria, insomnia, mood swings, personality changes, and severe depression, to frank psychotic manifestations. Also, existing emotional instability or psychotic tendencies may be aggravated by corticosteroids. Aspirin should be used cautiously in conjunction with corticosteroids in hypoprothrombinemia. Growth and development of infants and children on prolonged corticosteroid therapy should be carefully observed.