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All Details About Predone Syrup

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Predone Syrup

Description:

Predone Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called steroids. It helps treat certain types of allergies, inflammatory conditions, autoimmune disorders, hormonal disorders, and even cancer in children. It is also the treatment of choice after organ transplantation and for Nephrotic syndrome in children.

Donate Predone Syrup to your child with food. The usually prescribed frequency is once daily, preferably in the morning after breakfast. The dose of this medication will depend on your child’s clinical condition, body weight, age, and treatment response. Employ Predone Syrup only for the recommended duration of time. Do not prolong its use, more than recommended as that may lead to increased side effects. Also, do not stop giving this medicine suddenly. Sudden withdrawal may affect the ongoing treatment and the child may exhibit withdrawal symptoms such as dizziness, vomiting, and thirst. The dose needs to be gradually reduced before stopping it completely. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Predone Syrup, let the child calm down, and then give the same dose again.

The most common side effects associated with the use of Predone Syrup include increased appetite, weight gain, increased blood pressure, and behavioral and mood changes. Many of these usually go away once the treatment is stopped. However, in case these persist or start bothering your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay. Taking Predone Syrup can also make it harder for your child to fight off infections. Tell the doctor if your child shows any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.

Never practice self-medication, always consult your child’s doctor for advice. Your child’s doctor must be aware of your child’s entire medical history, including any previous episode of allergy, heart problem, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. Having an insight into your child’s overall health will help. This will guide the doctor in planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses:

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Treatment of Severe allergic reactions
Treatment of Allergic conditions
Treatment of Rheumatic disorder
Treatment of Skin disorders
Treatment of Eye disorders
Treatment of Nephrotic syndrome

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Predone Syrup is to be taken with food.

Side Effects:

Predone Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Ordinary side effects of Predone

Irritability
Simple bruise
Growth retardation
Upper respiratory tract infection
Cough
Frequent urge to urinate
Abnormal hair growth
Obesity
Reduction in bone density
Agitated stomach
Behavioral changes
Mood changes
Weight gain

Warning & Precautions:

Kidney

CAUTION

Predone Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Predone Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Consult your child’s doctor in case of any doubt before giving this medicine to your child.

Liver

CAUTION

Predone Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Predone Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Consult your child’s doctor in case of any doubt before giving this medicine to your child.

FAQs:

Is Predone Syrup a steroid?

Affirmative, Predone Syrup is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Predone Syrup increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling).

Are there any serious side effects while my child is on Predone Syrup?

We use medicines to make our children better, but sometimes they may cause some unwanted side effects. However, the occurrence of side effects in the case of short-term use is not commonly observed. Side effects are more likely to appear in case of high dose, increased dose, or any long-term use. The doctor will use the lowest possible dose for as little time as possible to avoid side effects.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Predone Syrup?

Predone Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Inform your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Predone Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Predone Syrup?

It is advised not to get your child vaccinated while they are on treatment with Predone Syrup. Let your child recover from the ongoing illness and finish the complete course of the medicine. As soon as a child feels better, even if he or she is on antibiotics, the vaccine can be given after consulting the doctor.

In what conditions should I avoid giving Predone Syrup to my child?

Avoid giving Predone Syrup if your child is suffering from conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Predone Syrup should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.

How can I store Predone Syrup at home?

Retain the medicine in a cool dry place out of the reach of children and pets. This will help avoid any accidental intake.

Can Predone Syrup cause any behavioral problems?

One of the potential side effects of corticosteroid medicine is mood change, such as irritability which can lead to difficult behavior in some children. When used for the short term, it can increase blood pressure and blood sugar levels, causing some children to become hyperactive. For this reason, it is always recommended to give Predone Syrup in the morning, so there is less impact on sleep.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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