What is Prednisone Used for?

Answer 1

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When referring to Respiratory uses its usually used as an Asthma Maintenance. I think they are trying to get away from that more and more and replace oral Prednisone with inhaled steroids like Advair, Flovent or Pulmicort.

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Answer 2

to help you breathe while antibiotics kick in

Answer 3

<>Prednisone, and other steroids, are "...used to treat and relieve symptoms of different respiratory disorders (e.g. asthma, pneumonia). Prednisone is also used for many other disorders and diseases..." but since your category was Respiratory Diseases, this is the quick definition.

http://www.sk.lung.ca/drugs/pages/361.ht…

Answer 4

Prednisone is an oral, synthetic (man-made) corticosteroid used for suppressing the immune system and inflammation. Prednisone is used in the management of inflammatory conditions or diseases in which the immune system plays an important role.Corticosteroids have many effects on the body, but they most often are used for their potent anti-inflammatory effects, particularly in those conditions in which the immune system plays an important role. Such conditions include arthritis, colitis, asthma, bronchitis, certain skin rashes, and allergic or inflammatory conditions of the nose and eyes.

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Answer 5

Prednisone is a steriod. IIt's useful as an anti-inflammitory drug. My husband takes it for allergies. My dog takes it for disc disease in his back. It's a very cheap drug that has alot of uses. Look it up.

Answer 6

Prednisone is used for: Treating severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, multiple sclerosis, and skin conditions. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Prednisone is in a class of drugs called steroids. Prednisone reduces swelling and decreases the body’s ability to fight infections. Prednisone is used to treat many different conditions.

Answer 7

Prednisone is in a class of drugs called steroids. Prednisone reduces swelling and decreases the body’s ability to fight infections. Prednisone is used to treat many different conditions. It is used to treat endocrine (hormonal) disorders when the body does not produce enough of its own...

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Answer 8

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