What is the difference between prednisolone and prednisone

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Avatar f tn Hi. The difference between prednisone and prednisolone is that one is the precursor to the other. Prednisone is activated by enzymes in the liver to turn into prednisolone. They do have similar uses but prednisolone is more readily absorbed by the body. Prednisolone is usually used when there is liver toxicity or liver failure involved. There is no great difference between them, other than the above, however ...
1477978 tn?1289502131 Can anyone tell me what the difference is between Prednisone & Methylprednisolone?
Avatar m tn hello , I had an exposure 11 weeks ago and used prednisolone between weeks 8 to 11 , and after that got a negative ag/ab elisa hiv test . (11 weeks after exposure) . my question is that :as prednisone is an immunosupressant , could it hide my hiv antibodies ? if yes , how about hiv ag ? and is my hiv ag/ab test after 11 weeks (with 3 weeks use prednisolone) accurate ?
Avatar m tn this concerns me, if what you mean is PREDNISONE (the canine variety of prednisolone). How long has your dog been taking prednisolone? This is a very powerful drug that should not be given long term. It can cause some severe and very damaging side-effects. Prednisolone does not cause or treat seizures, but it can create some severe symptoms and primaryt conditions that can lead to a dog having seizures.
Avatar n tn As a result we have to do our own investigations and run trials on ourselves. You and your father see the connection between prednisone and phlegm. Let the whole world tell you it isn't so. I am with you to say that it is. But the worst problem I found with prednisone and inhaled steroids is that they wreaked havoc with my adrenals.
Avatar n tn The main problem at the moment is just the burning face and neck, specially cheeks just under my eyes and under the chin. The burning once goes from one cheek to another or to the neck or everywhere at the same time. Is it normal in such cases? Thank you.
Avatar m tn Whats the difference between prednisone and methylprednisone?
Avatar n tn Two different doctors have told me that the optimal TSH range for TTC is between 1 and 2. So maybe ask your dr about Synthroid. (especially if your TSH is over 2) Even though drs think between 2 and 5 is still normal, it simply isn't. Do you have any hypothyroid symptoms? I'd gotten so used to feeling bad all the time, that when I finally started taking Synthroid, I was shocked to see how much better I felt.
577603 tn?1217700205 Hi, Has anyone taken the above tablets- they are a steroid and I have been put on them as the doctor is not sure if it is Chron's or Colitis. Just wondered what side effects anyone had experienced on these?
Avatar n tn I hope the doctor advised you to take Xanax after s/he actually saW you and evaluated blood works from you, which include a cortisol stress test and a metabolic panel, to rule out an adrenal crisis, which is a very serious condition. That is why glucocorticosteriods like prednisone and prednisolone (similar drugs but different molecular makeup) are tapered.
Avatar f tn I have decided do not take more the predinison neither the Methotrexate and wait to see what is going to happen me, but I am afraid that the abcesses could come back more frecuently. Based in your experience somebody can help me??
Avatar n tn It isn't recommended you stay on prednisone for extended periods of time unless you have to, but that's how it kind of is for most asthma steroids. I haven't heard of having to take calcium supplements while taking the medication, that's a first. I would probably take the steroid as long as the doctor says and if it helps, it helps. I've taken it without issue and remember it helping. What's your regular medication?
1297586 tn?1274105947 I believe my thyroxine is not helping me because the T4 is not making T3 .
Avatar m tn I did a search recently that eluded to Prednisone being capable of regrowing hair IF the cause is from an infection. I know Prednisone can regrow hair if the cause is bacterial or fungal... I don't know if it's capable if it's viral? Q: Can prednisone regrow hair if the cause is an adrenal or thyroid issue?
Avatar f tn ve been taking 5mg prednisone in the morning and 5mg Cortef at noon. Normally I have cortisol levels done in the AM without any meds; but last time, I took my labs after taking prednisone. I took 5mg prednisone at 6 am and my 9am serum cortisol was 1.7 ug/dL. This is much lower than my usual a.m. cortisol (5-7ug/dL). I did some research and an endocrinology textbook (thank you Google books!
1580703 tn?1651904887 at what dosage dose and length of time does prednisone cause brain damage and memory problems, thinking problems? thanks!
776872 tn?1247938680 I think that worrying about weight and acne is the least of your future worries. Prednisone over a long period of time is not good for your bones. Our daughter was diagnosed with Crohn's at 12 (January 2008) and she's still not in remission and has gotten worse, started with prednisone 5 mg x 8 tablets per day (40 mgs) she too went down to 5 mg but then it flared up again, then went on Pentasa (which made her almost psychotic so we took her off quickly....
Avatar f tn I have been trying to google this and find out what I can in the difference between these 2 areas as far as where lesions present in different areas. So far I have only become more confused. Thank you in advance.
446896 tn?1237802742 The first 5 days I took 60mg, the next 5 I took 40mg, and the last 5 days 20 mg. Tomorrow is my last day/pill. This is my first time taking Prednisone and I have had a TERRIBLE experience on this drug! I usually have anxiety, but the last 14 days I have had unbelievable restlessness, panic, insomnia, severe heart palpitations/tachycardia, face swelling, etc.
Avatar m tn My 70 lb 12 year old golden retriever has a skin condition and was on Prednisone last year for about three weeks. She broke out with the same rash a few days ago, and (stupidly) instead of taking her to the vet, I gave her the same dosage of medicine that we had left over from the last time. I gave her 20mg in the morning, 20 in the evening, and then realized that I didn't have enough to complete the course for three weeks.
Avatar f tn Prednisolone is still from the same group of meds as cortef they are both glucocorticoid but one is called hydrocortisone and the other is called corticosteroid. Not sure what the difference is if the both in the same catorgory of glucocorticoid. Anyway thank for the info I was also wonder is if high intake of potassium and sodium can effect the blood test results or help people with adrenal issue's.
665797 tn?1225283365 But sometimes, to treat the severe headaches, the only way left for the doctor is to advise the patient to continue using the same, and the patient can land up in such situations. I am sure he is now under the care of an internist or endocrinologist, who will give you the best advice. Cluster Headache: Hope he has been worked up by an ENT specialist also to rule out 'look-alike' illnesses.