Prednisone Oral

Prednisone Oral Side Effects

Stomach upset, headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or weight gain may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• black stools
• bone pain (fracture)
• "coffee-ground" vomit
• easy bruising/bleeding
• heartburn
• increased thirst and urination
• irregular/fast/pounding heartbeat
• menstrual period changes
• mental/mood changes
• muscle weakness/pain
• persistent weight gain
• puffy face
• seizures
• signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
• slow-healing wounds
• stomach/abdominal pain
• swelling of the feet/ankles
• thinning skin
• trouble breathing
• unusual hair growth
• unusual skin growths
• vision changes

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Prednisone Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).