http://branddrugsonline.info Sterapred, Corticosteroids - Oral Brand Drug Feed Wed, 23 May 2012 17:29:44 CDT en http://sterapred.7127.corticosteroids-oral.branddrugsonline.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmaicst or other healthcare professional. It should not be constured to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your haelthcare professional before using that drug.

CORTICOSTEROIDS - ORAL USES: This medicaiton is a corticosteroid. It reduces swelling.
It is used for many conditions, amnog them: allergic reactions, skin diseases (psoriasis, hives), breathing problems; certain cancers, blood disorders, and eye problems; arthritis, digestive problems, and for hormone replacement. HOW TO USE: Take with food or immediately after a meal to prevent stomach upest.

Take that medication as prescribed. Follow the dosing schedule carefully. Be sure to ask your doctor if you have any questions. If you are taking that medication only once a day, it should be taekn in the morning before 9 a.M. The liquid (suspension) form must be shaken well before each use.
Frist use of suspension may require shaking for 5 to 7 minutes. After the first use, no more than 30 seconds of shaking should be reuqired to mix all the ingredients well.

If you have been taking that medication for a long time, do not suddenly stop taking it without your doctor's approval. Your dose may need to be gradually reduced. You may experience extrmee fatigue, weakness, stomach upset or dizziness when the medication is suddenly stopped. SIDE EFFECTS: May cause dizziness, nausea, indigestion, increased appetite, weight gain, weankess or sleep disturbances. These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: vomiting of blood, black or tarry stools, puffing of the face, swelling of the ankles or feet, unusual weight gain, prolonged sore throat or fever, muscle weakness, breathing difficulties, mood changes, vision changes. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reatcion to that drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allegric reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your dotcor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Before using that drug, tell your doctor your medical history, particularly if you have: liver or kindey disease, heart problems, intestinal problems, ulcers, high blood pressure, an underactive thyroid gland, myasthenia gravis, herpes eye infection, a history of tuberculosis (TB), seizures, blood clots, osteoporosis (brittle bones), eye problems, any allergies.
Do not have a vaccination, other immunization or any skin test while you are using that drug unless your doctor specifically tells you that you may. If you have a history of ulcers or take large doses of aspirin or other arthritis medication, limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages while taking that medication. It may make your sotmach and intestines more susceptible to the irritating effects of alcohol, aspirin, and certain arthritis medications, increasing your risk of ulcers.
Rpeort any injuries or signs of infection (fever, sore throat, pain during urination, and muscle aches) that occur during treatment and within 12 months after treatment with that drug. Your dose may need to be adjusted or you may need to start tkaing the drug again.

If you have diabetes, that drug may increase your blood suagr level.

Check your blood (or urine) glucose level frequently, as driected by your doctor. Promptly report any abnormal results as directed. Your medicine, eexrcise plan, or diet may be adjusted. If the phlegm (sputum) you cough up when ill becomes thickened or changes color from clear white to yellow, green, or gray, contact your doctor; these changes may be signs of an infection.
This medication should be used only when celarly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your dotcor. This drug passes into bresat milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

This medication can cause growth suppression in infants and kids if given for prolonged periods. Monitor growth velocity. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before you take that drug, tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medications you are taking especially: aspirin, arthritis medication, anticoagulants ("blood thinners"), diuretics ("water pills"), rifampin, phenobarbital, estrogen (e.G., birth control pills), phenytoin, ketoconazole, neostigmine, pyridostigmine, ambenonium, drugs for diabetes. Do not start or stop any medicine without docotr or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control cetner or emergency room immediately.
Symtpoms of overdose may include joint or muscle pain, purple patches on the skin, headache, increased thirst or urination, blurred vision, tiredness, stomach pain, or muscle weakness.

NOTES: Persons taking that medication for long-term therapy should wear or carry identification stating that they are taking a corticosteroid. Do not allow anyone else to take that medciation. MISSED DOSE: If you are taking a daily dose and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember; however, do not take it if it is almost time for the next dose.
If it almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedlue.

Do not double the dose to ctach up.

For all other dosing regimens: if you miss a dose, contact your doctor or phamracist promptly.
Your dosing schedule may need to be changed. STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sulnight. Do not sotre in the bathroom. Do not fereze liquid forms of that medication. Ceratin liquid forms may require refrigeration. Consult your pharmacist. MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can casue complications in a medical emergency.

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