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What drugs are similar to prednisone?

What drugs are similar to prednisone?

Specific medications in this group include (in no particular order) Flovent, Pulmicort, QVAR, Asmanex, and many others, both brand-name and generic. These are medicines that are similar to prednisone, but the dose is much lower than prednisone taken by mouth, and the side effects are dramatically reduced.

What is another steroid other than prednisone?

Prednisone and Decadron (dexamethasone) are both steroids, used in a variety of inflammatory and/or autoimmune conditions, but have some differences, as outlined above. For example, Decadron (dexamethasone) is more potent and longer-acting than prednisone.

Is there a natural substitute for prednisone?

Some studies have found that there are certain herbs and supplements that may help lower inflammation with fewer side effects than corticosteroids. You can ask your doctor about taking these: Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oil) Green tea.

Is there an over the counter version of prednisone?

Can You Buy Prednisone Over the Counter? You cannot buy prednisone over the counter. You need a prescription from a licensed doctor in order to buy prednisone pills. You can set an appointment with PlushCare’s doctors to buy prednisone online.

What alternative medicine can replace prednisone?

Aloe vera can be used as a prednisone alternative. Ginger root has painkilling properties and can be used as an alternative to prednisone. Chamomile tea may be used for headache treatment as opposed to prednisone use.

What are the side effects of prednisone?

Common side effects prednisone include. headache, nausea, vomiting, acne, thinning skin, weight gain,

What are the side effects of prednisolone 5 mg?

The most commonly reported side effects when using Apo-Prednisone 5mg tablets include: increased susceptibility to infection, muscle or bone aches and pains, weight gain, thinning of skin, bone demineralisation, slow wound healing, acne, redistribution of body fat creating the typical moon face, altered vision.

What is equivalent to prednisone?

Methylprednisolone and prednisone are very similar drugs. There is a difference in their relative strengths: 8 milligrams (mg) of methylprednisolone is equivalent to 10 mg of prednisone.