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Prednisone is a type of drug used to treat people with inflammations triggered by Allergies, breathing disorders, lupus, Arthritis, and many others. Prednisone is actually metabolized in the liver where it is being converted into prednisolone. Patients with liver problems may not be able to attain the expected results when taking prednisone.

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Does the body produce Prednisone on its own?

Does your body produce predisone on its own


Can you give Prednisone for respiratory infection?

Prednisone decreases inflammation in the airways and may help symptoms, but will not treat an infection. In fact, Prednisone hinders the body's ability to fight infection.


Is prednisone an immunosupressant?

No prednisone is a Steroidal anti inflamatory.


Does Prednisone enhance performance?

No prednisone is metabolized as cortisol a chemical that helps the body deal with stress. It is totally different from anabolic steroids which build muscles. If anything prednisone would retard your performance not enhance it.


What is a 10mg 14 day prednisone taper schedule?

Doctors will prescribe a fairly high dose of prednisone to bring inflammation under control, However after they feel the situation may require less or no more prednisone they will taper of the dose you are getting over a period of time. as your body needs time to adjust to the reduced amount of prednisone coming from outside the body.


prednisone is a cort?

prednisone is a corticosteroid, it is not only for poison ivy, it works by decreasing inflammation inside the body, and against certain allergic reactions, since the benadryl and cortisone cream did not help, then the only option left is oral prednisone


Is it fine to take Prednisone with Gatorade?

Prednisone is a very strong drug, with many side effects. Prednisone must be taken with care, and only as directed by your Dr. Gatorade is a simple solution that replaces the electrolytes lost by the body, Gatorade does not react with drugs, and can be considered as safe as water.


Side effects of prednisone?

Prednisone is a steroid drug that helps with inflammation. Side effects of prednisone are depression, weakness, body aches, and weight gain.


After a week on Prednisone how long will it remain in your body?

Most of it will be gone a day after you stop taking it.


How is cortisol taken?

Cortisol, which is the naturally produced form of prednisone in a person's body, helps the body manage stress, such as infections or organ rejection.


Can you inject Prednisone pills?

can you inject prednisone


Is prednisone good for you?

If you need prednisone, then it is good for you.