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Prednisone is prescribed for a variety of conditions, including inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune diseases, but can cause side effects like insomnia, weight gain, hair loss, and constipation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Common side effects of prednisone affect nearly every system in the body, and serious side effects are more likely with high doses or long-term use.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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Strategies to minimize or manage side effects include taking prednisone as directed, avoiding NSAIDs and alcohol, and adopting a healthy diet and exercise routine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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It\u2019s important to follow the dosing and tapering schedule provided by your healthcare professional to minimize withdrawal problems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Common prednisone side effects<\/a>\u00a0| Serious side effects<\/a> | Insomnia<\/a> | Weight gain<\/a> | Hair loss<\/a> | Constipation<\/a> | Side effects timeline<\/a> | Contraindications<\/a> | Warnings<\/a> | Interactions<\/a> | How to avoid side effects<\/a> | How to treat side effects<\/a><\/span><\/p>\nPrednisone<\/span> is a generic prescription drug prescribed for <\/span>many medical conditions<\/span><\/a> including <\/span>allergic reactions<\/span>, <\/span>inflammatory arthritis<\/span>, cancer, autoimmune diseases, <\/span>irritable bowel syndrome<\/span> (IBS), lung disorders, endocrine disorders, blood disorders, connective tissue disorders, and organ transplants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n\n
Prednisone is prescribed for a variety of conditions, including inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune diseases, but can cause side effects like insomnia, weight gain, hair loss, and constipation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Common side effects of prednisone affect nearly every system in the body, and serious side effects are more likely with high doses or long-term use.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Strategies to minimize or manage side effects include taking prednisone as directed, avoiding NSAIDs and alcohol, and adopting a healthy diet and exercise routine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
It\u2019s important to follow the dosing and tapering schedule provided by your healthcare professional to minimize withdrawal problems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Common prednisone side effects<\/a>\u00a0| Serious side effects<\/a> | Insomnia<\/a> | Weight gain<\/a> | Hair loss<\/a> | Constipation<\/a> | Side effects timeline<\/a> | Contraindications<\/a> | Warnings<\/a> | Interactions<\/a> | How to avoid side effects<\/a> | How to treat side effects<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Prednisone<\/span> is a generic prescription drug prescribed for <\/span>many medical conditions<\/span><\/a> including <\/span>allergic reactions<\/span>, <\/span>inflammatory arthritis<\/span>, cancer, autoimmune diseases, <\/span>irritable bowel syndrome<\/span> (IBS), lung disorders, endocrine disorders, blood disorders, connective tissue disorders, and organ transplants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n