What is Prednisone?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: PrednisoneBrand:
Prednisone is a synthetic corticosteroid drug that decreases inflammation and suppresses the immune system. It is used for many purposes including relapses in MS, for rheumatic disorders, neoplasms, and collagen diseases. Prednisone is activated by the liver into prednisolone.
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How do members experience Prednisone?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Systemic lupus erythematosus | 21,125 | 432 | |
| Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 2,393 | 106 | |
| Asthma | 1,984 | 200 | |
| Myasthenia gravis | 585 | 41 | |
| Mixed connective tissue disease | 481 | 44 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Weight gain | 466 | |
| Increased appetite | 116 | |
| Insomnia | 85 | |
| Mood swings | 76 | |
| Moon face | 65 | |
| Facial swelling/puffiness | 59 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 446 | |
| Moderate | 681 | |
| Mild | 493 | |
| None | 419 |
Member evaluations
kaykay19
evaluated on Apr 08, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for multiple sclerosis: Moderate
- Side effects: Moderate
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