Nucort 20 mg Tablet

Nucort 20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that contains 20 mg of prednisolone in each tablet. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid, or steroid medicine, used to reduce inflammation and calm overactive immune responses. Nucort 20 mg Tablet may be prescribed for allergic conditions and other inflammatory problems when a doctor decides a steroid tablet is needed.

How it works: Prednisolone in Nucort 20 mg Tablet works by blocking substances in the body that cause swelling, redness, itching, and immune irritation. As a tablet, it is swallowed and absorbed into the bloodstream to help treat inflammation throughout the body.

The 20 mg strength is a higher-dose tablet, so it is usually suited for people whose symptoms are strong enough to need more anti-inflammatory effect than a lower-strength steroid tablet would provide. Because Nucort 20 mg Tablet delivers a full 20 mg of prednisolone in one dose, a doctor may choose it when a faster or more substantial steroid effect is needed, then adjust the dose based on the condition and response.

• Allergic reactions
• Severe allergy symptoms
• Inflammatory skin conditions
• Asthma or wheezing flare-ups
• Autoimmune/inflammatory conditions as prescribed

• Swallow Nucort 20 mg Tablet with water; do not crush or chew unless your doctor tells you to.
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Take it at the same time each day when possible, often in the morning if prescribed once daily.
• Follow the exact schedule your doctor gives you; steroid doses are often tailored and may be reduced gradually.
• Do not stop taking Nucort 20 mg Tablet suddenly unless your prescriber specifically tells you to stop.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Nucort 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of prednisolone, which is a moderate-to-high tablet strength. The number of tablets per day and how often it is taken depends on the condition being treated; some patients take it once daily, while others may need divided doses or a short taper. The maximum daily dose is not fixed for everyone and must be set by the doctor, especially with this 20 mg strength.

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

Common side effects of Prednisolone may include:

• Increased appetite, which may be more noticeable with the 20 mg strength
• Stomach upset or indigestion
• Trouble sleeping
• Mood changes or feeling restless
• Headache
• Fluid retention or swelling
• Higher blood sugar in some people

• Nucort 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength steroid tablet, so it should only be used under a doctor’s supervision.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, ulcers, glaucoma, cataracts, osteoporosis, liver disease, or heart disease.
• Longer or repeated use can suppress the body’s natural steroid production, so do not stop suddenly without medical advice.
• Steroids can raise blood sugar and may worsen swelling or fluid retention.
• Avoid close contact with people who have chickenpox, measles, or other infections because prednisolone can lower immune defenses.
• Alcohol may irritate the stomach and can increase the risk of gastrointestinal side effects.
• This medicine may cause mood changes or dizziness in some people, so use caution when driving until you know how it affects you.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may raise the risk of stomach irritation or bleeding.
• Blood thinners such as warfarin may need closer monitoring.
• Diabetes medicines or insulin may need dose adjustment because prednisolone can raise blood sugar.
• Live vaccines may not be safe while taking a steroid like prednisolone.
• Certain antibiotics, antifungals, or seizure medicines can change prednisolone levels.

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