http://www.prednisonefaq.com Prednisone Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Mon, 27 Feb 2012 10:21:26 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/why-cant-you-stop-prednisone-abruptly/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/why-cant-you-stop-prednisone-abruptly/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:23:17 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=291 Continue reading →]]> As with any type of steroid medications, it is never recommended to stop taking them suddenly. Doing so can cause severe withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, if you have been prescribed the popular medication called Prednisone, make sure to talk to your doctor before you decide to abruptly stop taking it. Your doctor can gradually taper your dosage.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/why-cant-you-stop-prednisone-abruptly/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-take-prednisone/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-take-prednisone/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:21:53 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=288 Continue reading →]]> You should take Prednisone orally with milk or food to prevent suffering from an upset stomach. Make sure to follow your doctor’s instructions exactly and never exceed the maximum dosage. You should also take Prednisone tablets with an 8-oz glass of water. If you prefer to take the liquid form, always use a special measuring spoon, as a regular spoon may provide too much or too little of the medication.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-take-prednisone/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-often-should-you-use-prednisone/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-often-should-you-use-prednisone/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:20:36 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=286 Continue reading →]]> Prednisone is a common steroid that is often prescribed by doctors to treat a wide variety of medical conditions. However, it is only recommended for short-term use, as long-term use can lead to severe side effects, some of which can be permanent. Therefore, if you are planning to try Prednisone, talk to your doctor first about the dosage and the length of time you should continue taking it.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-often-should-you-use-prednisone/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-long-will-it-take-to-notice-prednisone-relief/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-long-will-it-take-to-notice-prednisone-relief/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:19:20 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=284 Continue reading →]]> As with any type of non-prescription or prescription drug, the specific amount of time it will take to work varies. Certain factors such as your dosage, your age and your particular medical condition will affect the result. However, the steroid Prednisone is well-known for working quite quickly. Therefore, you may notice relief after taking it in as little as 30 minutes.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-long-will-it-take-to-notice-prednisone-relief/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-prednisone-work-for-an-allergic-reaction/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-prednisone-work-for-an-allergic-reaction/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:17:32 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=281 If you are suffering any type of allergic reaction, your doctor may have prescribed the steroid Prednisone. This medication is very effective for treating allergic reactions and it is known to act quite quickly. The specific amount of time will vary according to the individual, but some patients report an improvement within half an hour.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-prednisone-work-for-an-allergic-reaction/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-can-i-curb-my-appetite-while-taking-prednisone/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-can-i-curb-my-appetite-while-taking-prednisone/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:15:41 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=279 The steroid Prednisone is commonly prescribed by doctors to treat various conditions such as arthritis, asthma, inflammatory conditions and certain types of cancers. However, it can cause an increase in appetite and thus weight gain. To curb your appetite while taking Prednisone, it is recommended to drink a lot of water.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-can-i-curb-my-appetite-while-taking-prednisone/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-much-time-for-results-with-prednisone-treating-rash/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-much-time-for-results-with-prednisone-treating-rash/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:13:07 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=277 Continue reading →]]> The specific amount of time it will take for the steroid Prednisone to clear up any type of skin condition, including a rash, varies from individual to individual. Certain factors such as your dosage, medical condition and age can affect the time period. However, if you find that the drug is not working as quickly as you expect, be sure to talk to your doctor instead of increasing the dosage.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-much-time-for-results-with-prednisone-treating-rash/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-oral-prednisone-work/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-oral-prednisone-work/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:11:56 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=275 The exact amount of time that any medication will work varies according to the individual. It is affected by numerous factors such as your medical condition, age, dosage and severity of the condition. However, some patients report noticing a major improvement within as little as 30 minutes after taking oral Prednisone.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-fast-will-oral-prednisone-work/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-test-for-levels-of-prednisone/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-test-for-levels-of-prednisone/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:10:54 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=273 Continue reading →]]> Many tests can check for the levels of Prednisone, including a simple blood test. Therefore, if you are planning on having any done, make sure to talk to your doctor beforehand. Discuss any medications you are taking, including the steroid Prednisone. Your doctor can gradually taper the drug dosage before your testing takes place, so it doesn’t affect the test results.

]]> http://www.prednisonefaq.com/how-to-test-for-levels-of-prednisone/feed/ 0 http://www.prednisonefaq.com/what-dosage-of-prednisone-for-poison-oak-allergic-reaction/ http://www.prednisonefaq.com/what-dosage-of-prednisone-for-poison-oak-allergic-reaction/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:09:36 +0000 admin http://www.prednisonefaq.com/?p=271 Continue reading →]]> Prednisone is a commonly prescribed steroid used to treat various skin conditions and allergy conditions. For example, if you are suffering from a painful poison oak allergic reaction, your doctor may recommend taking Prednisone. The specific dose will vary according to several factors such as your age, health and severity of your condition so talk to your doctor first.

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