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Hi. my dermatologist prescribed prednisolone tab. for my dermatitis, as far as um concerned it has a bunch of side effects, should i use it? thanks
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Safe for short time: It depends on the duration of treatment. If you use it for a relatively short time, less than 3 weeks, long term side effects are minimal.
Answered 6/6/2014
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Duration : And dosage are relevant. shorter and lower have fewer side effects. Good drugs to clear an acute spell.
Answered 6/6/2014
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