Drug Factsheets

Teva-Prednisone

In this factsheet:
• How does Teva-Prednisone work? What will it do for me?
• How should I use Teva-Prednisone?
• What form(s) does Teva-Prednisone come in?
• Who should NOT take Teva-Prednisone?
• What side effects are possible with Teva-Prednisone?
• Are there any other precautions or warnings for Teva-Prednisone?
• What other drugs could interact with Teva-Prednisone?

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How does Teva-Prednisone work? What will it do for me?

Prednisone belongs to the group of medications called corticosteroids. It is used to treat a number of conditions. It is more commonly used to treat allergic reactions, some skin conditions, severe asthma, and arthritis. It can also be used to treat steroid deficiency in the body, certain blood disorders, certain types of cancer, and ulcerative colitis. It works by reducing swelling, inflammation, and irritation; by suppressing the body's immune response; or by replacing steroids when production by the body is deficient.

Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.

Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.

How should I use Teva-Prednisone?

The dose of prednisone varies greatly according to the condition being treated and on your circumstances. Take prednisone with food to avoid stomach upset. If this medication has been taken for extended periods, do not stop taking it without talking with your doctor. When this medication is stopped, the dose should be reduced gradually according to your doctor's instructions.

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take this medication regularly, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without first talking with your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store this medication at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.

This medication is available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms listed here. The forms available for the specific brand you have searched are listed under "What form(s) does this medication come in?"

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

What form(s) does Teva-Prednisone come in?

5 mg
Each white, round, flat-faced, bevelled-edged, scored tablet, engraved "N" and "5" on one side and plain on the other, contains 5 mg of prednisone. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose, magnesium stearate, pregelatinized starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, and sodium starch glycolate.

50 mg
Each white, round, scored tablet, engraved "novo" and "50" on one side and plain on the other, contains 50 mg of prednisone. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose, magnesium stearate, pregelatinized starch, and sodium lauryl sulfate.

Who should NOT take Teva-Prednisone?

Do not take this medication if you:

• are allergic to prednisone or any ingredients of this medication
• have an internal fungal infection
• will be given a live virus vaccine (e.g., measles, mumps, rubella, yellow fever, BCG) and are taking large immunosuppressive doses of prednisone

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