Preden 20 mg Tablet

Preden 20 mg Tablet contains 20 mg of prednisolone in each tablet. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid, or steroid medicine, used to reduce inflammation and calm overactive immune responses. Preden 20 mg Tablet is used for conditions such as allergies and other inflammatory problems when a doctor decides a steroid tablet is appropriate.

How it works: Prednisolone works by lowering the release of substances in the body that cause swelling, redness, and itching. As a tablet, Preden 20 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive tract to provide whole-body anti-inflammatory effects.

Preden 20 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet, so it is usually chosen when a doctor wants a more substantial anti-inflammatory effect than lower-strength tablets would provide. Because each tablet contains 20 mg of prednisolone, this strength is not meant to be guessed at or used casually; it fits into an individualized dosing plan based on the condition being treated and the patient’s response.

• Allergic reactions and severe allergy symptoms
• Inflammatory conditions with swelling or irritation
• Asthma or breathing flare-ups when prescribed
• Autoimmune or immune-related inflammation
• Skin or tissue inflammation as directed by a doctor

• Swallow Preden 20 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water unless your doctor gives different instructions.
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Try to take it at the same time each day to help you remember.
• If your prescriber tells you to take it once daily, morning dosing is often preferred to reduce sleep problems.
• Do not stop Preden 20 mg Tablet suddenly unless your doctor says to, especially if you have taken it for more than a short time.

Each Preden 20 mg Tablet provides 20 mg of prednisolone per tablet. The number of tablets taken and how often they are taken can vary a lot depending on the condition, and the prescriber may divide the dose into one or more doses per day. There is no single maximum daily dose that fits every patient; your doctor decides the safest amount for your situation.

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
• Trouble sleeping
• Mood changes or irritability
• Headache
• Fluid retention or puffiness
• Higher blood sugar, which may be more noticeable with this 20 mg strength

• Preden 20 mg Tablet is a corticosteroid and should be used exactly as prescribed, especially because 20 mg is a moderate-to-higher tablet strength.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, glaucoma, ulcers, or osteoporosis.
• This medicine can raise blood sugar, so people with diabetes may need closer monitoring.
• Avoid alcohol or use it cautiously if you have a history of stomach irritation or ulcers, because both can worsen stomach discomfort.
• Do not stop the tablet suddenly after regular use; your doctor may need to taper the dose.
• Live vaccines may not be safe while taking prednisolone, depending on the dose and your condition.
• Preden 20 mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleep changes in some people, so use caution when driving until you know how it affects you.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen, which can raise the risk of stomach irritation or bleeding
• Blood thinners such as warfarin, which may need monitoring
• Diabetes medicines, because prednisolone can increase blood glucose
• Certain vaccines, especially live vaccines, which may be less safe during steroid treatment
• Some seizure or tuberculosis medicines that can change how prednisolone works

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