Aurora, IL
A 40-year-old female asked about a 26-year-old male:
Taking amoxicillin and doxy for pneumonia. is it ok to take prednisone as well ? i know it helped with my cough before ?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Maria Ruedaanswered
Dermatology 29 years experience
Only if prescribed by your Doctor. If not, you’re putting yourself at risk for a gastrointestinal bleed, worsening the infection and side effects from the steroids.
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Answered Apr 09, 2021
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