Description

Prednisolone Tablets 5mg (28 Tablets)

Prednisolone 5mg Tablets contain prednisolone, a corticosteroid medicine used to reduce inflammation and suppress an overactive immune response. It can be prescribed for a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

What Are Prednisolone 5mg Tablets?

Each tablet contains 5mg of prednisolone. Depending on the condition being treated, prednisolone may be prescribed for inflammatory disorders affecting the joints, skin, lungs, blood, kidneys or other parts of the body.

It may also be used in certain allergic conditions and autoimmune diseases. The dose and duration vary considerably between patients and depend on the condition being treated.

How Does Prednisolone Work?

Prednisolone is a synthetic corticosteroid that mimics the effects of naturally occurring steroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands. It reduces the production and activity of substances involved in inflammation and immune responses.

The medicine should be taken exactly as prescribed. If prednisolone has been used for an extended period, it may need to be reduced gradually rather than stopped suddenly.

Prednisolone 5mg Information

• Active ingredient: Prednisolone
• Strength: 5mg per tablet
• Pack size: 28 tablets
• Dosage form: Tablet
• Medicine class: Corticosteroid
• Uses: Inflammatory, allergic and autoimmune conditions
• Administration: Oral
• Prescription status: Prescription medicine in the UK

Prednisolone 5mg Safety Information

Possible side effects depend on the dose and length of treatment. They can include increased appetite, indigestion, difficulty sleeping, mood changes and increased blood glucose levels.

Long-term or high-dose treatment can increase the risk of infections, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, diabetes and other corticosteroid-related effects. Your healthcare professional may monitor you during prolonged treatment.

Prednisolone can reduce the body’s ability to fight infections. Tell your doctor if you develop an infection or have recently been exposed to certain infections.

Do not stop long-term prednisolone treatment suddenly unless specifically instructed by your healthcare professional. Always follow the prescribed dose and tapering schedule.

Prednisolone 5mg in the UK

Prednisolone is a prescription corticosteroid in the UK. It should be taken under appropriate medical supervision, with the dose and treatment duration determined according to your individual condition.