Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet

Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 40 mg of prednisolone in each tablet. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid, a medicine used to reduce inflammation and calm overactive immune responses. Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet may be used for conditions such as asthma flare-ups and other steroid-responsive inflammatory problems when a higher-strength oral tablet is needed. It should be used only as directed by a clinician because this 40 mg strength is not a routine over-the-counter option.

How it works: Prednisolone in Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet works by reducing the body’s inflammatory response and lowering the release of substances that cause swelling, redness, and irritation. As an oral tablet, it is absorbed through the digestive system and then works throughout the body to help control inflammation.

Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet is a higher-strength version of prednisolone compared with Omnacortil 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, and 30 mg tablets. This strength may be chosen when a doctor needs a larger dose in fewer tablets, which can be helpful for short courses or for people who have been specifically assessed and need a stronger oral tablet. Because it is a higher strength, it is not meant to be selected or adjusted on your own.

• Asthma flare-ups
• Allergic or inflammatory reactions
• Autoimmune or steroid-responsive conditions
• Severe airway inflammation
• Other doctor-prescribed inflammatory conditions

• Take Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet exactly as your doctor prescribes; the dose and schedule are individualized.
• Swallow the tablet with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your pharmacist or doctor says it is okay.
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• If you take it once daily, it is often best taken in the morning to match the body’s natural steroid rhythm, unless your prescriber advises otherwise.
• Do not stop taking Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet suddenly if you have been taking it for more than a short course; your doctor may need to taper the dose.

Each Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet provides 40 mg of prednisolone per tablet, which is a relatively high oral strength. It may be taken once daily or in divided doses depending on the condition being treated, but the exact schedule and the maximum daily dose are decided by the prescriber for your situation. Do not increase the number of tablets or extend treatment beyond what your doctor tells you.

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 feeling restless
• Fluid retention or swelling
• Higher blood sugar, which may be more noticeable with this 40 mg strength

• This is a higher-strength prednisolone tablet, so do not use extra tablets or change the dose on your own.
• Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers, glaucoma, osteoporosis, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of mental health problems.
• Prednisolone can raise blood sugar, so people with diabetes may need closer monitoring.
• Avoid live vaccines unless your doctor says they are safe for you while taking this medicine.
• Alcohol may increase stomach irritation, especially if you already have a sensitive stomach or ulcer risk.
• Use caution when driving if you feel dizzy, tired, or mentally clouded after taking the tablet.
• Longer courses may require a taper; stopping suddenly can be harmful.

• NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen may increase the risk of stomach irritation or bleeding.
• Blood thinners such as warfarin may need closer monitoring.
• Diabetes medicines or insulin may need adjustment because prednisolone can raise blood sugar.
• Certain seizure medicines, rifampin, or some antifungals can affect prednisolone levels.
• Live vaccines may be less safe or less effective while taking corticosteroids.

Store Omnacortil 40 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.