Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet

Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet contains 20 mg of prednisolone in each tablet. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid medicine used to reduce inflammation and calm an overactive immune response. Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet is prescribed for conditions such as allergic reactions, asthma flare-ups, and other inflammatory problems when a doctor wants a stronger oral steroid tablet. Because it is a 20 mg strength, it is typically chosen for adults or for patients who need a dose higher than lower-strength tablets.

How it works: Prednisolone works by lowering the release of substances in the body that cause swelling, redness, itching, and other allergy or inflammation symptoms. As an oral tablet, Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet is absorbed through the digestive tract and helps control symptoms throughout the body.

Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength prednisolone tablet, so it is generally used when a doctor has assessed that a stronger oral dose is needed. Compared with lower-strength prednisolone tablets, this 20 mg tablet may be more convenient for reaching a prescribed dose with fewer tablets, but it is not meant to be self-started or used as a routine first dose without medical guidance.

• Allergic reactions
• Severe allergy symptoms
• Asthma flare-ups
• Inflammatory conditions
• Immune-related swelling
• Skin and tissue inflammation

• Swallow Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet with a full glass of water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Take it at the same time each day if you are prescribed a daily schedule, often in the morning to help reduce sleep problems.
• Do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is safe to do so.
• Follow the exact dose and tapering plan from your doctor; do not stop suddenly unless instructed.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.

Each Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of prednisolone, which is a moderate-to-high oral dose depending on the condition being treated. It may be taken once daily or divided into multiple doses in some treatment plans, but the exact frequency and the maximum daily amount are decided by the prescriber based on your diagnosis, response, and risk of side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Prednisolone may include:

• Increased appetite
• Stomach upset or indigestion
• Mood changes or irritability
• Trouble sleeping, which may be more noticeable with a 20 mg dose
• Headache
• Fluid retention or mild swelling
• Increased blood sugar

• Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength steroid, so it should be used only when a doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, glaucoma, osteoporosis, ulcers, liver disease, or a history of infections.
• Longer use or repeated courses can suppress your adrenal glands, so the dose may need to be tapered rather than stopped suddenly.
• This medicine can raise blood sugar, which is important if you have diabetes or prediabetes.
• Avoid close contact with people who have chickenpox, measles, or other contagious infections while taking it.
• Alcohol can increase stomach irritation and may raise the chance of GI side effects.
• If you drive or operate machinery, be aware that mood changes, dizziness, or sleep disturbance can affect alertness.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may increase stomach bleeding risk.
• Blood thinners such as warfarin may require closer monitoring.
• Diabetes medicines may need adjustment because prednisolone can raise blood sugar.
• Live vaccines may be less safe or less effective during treatment.
• Some seizure medicines and rifampin can change how prednisolone works in the body.

Store Nephcorte 20 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.