💊 Prednisolone Tablet 10 mg
📘 Description:
Prednisolone is a glucocorticoid corticosteroid with strong anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. The 10 mg strength is often used for moderate to severe conditions or initial high-dose therapy before tapering. It works by reducing the body’s immune response and inflammation.
- Form: Oral tablet
- Strength: 10 mg
- Type: Prescription-only medication
- Class: Corticosteroid (Glucocorticoid)
🩺 Uses / Indications:
Used to treat a wide range of inflammatory, allergic, and autoimmune disorders:
| Condition | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) | Reduce airway inflammation |
| Rheumatoid arthritis, lupus (SLE) | Control autoimmune inflammation |
| Allergic disorders (severe) | Rapid control of allergic symptoms |
| Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease | Manage intestinal inflammation |
| Skin diseases (eczema, dermatitis) | Relieve itching and swelling |
| Nephrotic syndrome | Reduce kidney inflammation |
| Adrenal insufficiency | Hormonal replacement |
| Blood disorders, leukemia | Reduce immune cell overactivity |
| Organ transplant | Prevent rejection (part of combo therapy) |
✅ Advantages:
- Strong anti-inflammatory effect
- Useful in acute flare-ups
- Higher dose for faster control in severe cases
- Oral form avoids injections
- Dose can be tapered as symptoms improve
⚠️ Precautions:
- Do not stop suddenly if used for more than 1–2 weeks
- Use cautiously in:
- Diabetes (raises blood sugar)
- Hypertension (fluid retention)
- Peptic ulcer (may worsen symptoms)
- Infections (lowers immunity)
- May affect mood, behavior, and sleep
- Monitor bone density during long-term use
🧠 Patient Advice:
- Take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
- Follow prescribed dose and tapering schedule
- Report signs of infection, vision changes, or unusual fatigue
- May require “steroid card” or bracelet for emergency info
- Avoid live vaccines during treatment
📦 Storage:
- Store at room temperature (15–25°C)
- Keep in a dry place, away from sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children