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Prednisolone Treat Tuberculosis
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How does mycobutin (rifabutin) and prednisolone treat tuberculosis?
They don't: Mycobutin (rifabutin) is an alternative to Rifampin for the treatment of tb. However, you would never treat TB with either of those drugs alone. Tb always requires combination therapy to prevent resistance. Rifampin is combined with 2-3 other anti-tb drugs. Prednisolone does not treat tb, but it is sometimes used to treat inflammatory symptoms that can occur as a result of TB or TB therapy. ...Read more
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Infection (Definition)
Mycobacterium tuberculosis is an infectious organism that spreads by droplets coughed out by an infected person. Infection is established initially in lungs, but can spread within lungs & to other body parts, or can become latent, with reactivation occurring years to decades later. With effective treatment, it can be completely eliminated although drug resistant ...Read more
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What to do about mycobutin, (rifabutin) and prednisolone, help treat tuberculosis.?
Take as prescribed: You don't tell me what organ is infected and which other drugs have been prescribed. Mycobutin (rifabutin) is an effective anti-tuberculous medication. Prednisolone is necessary in some (not all) tuberculosis cases. In short, without more information, take as prescribed by your physician. ...Read more
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How does mycobutin (rifabutin) and prednisolone help to treat tuberculosis?
Complicated: Rifabutin (mycobutin) is generally used in treating mycobacterium avium infection. When TB is treated it is usually in a combination of three drugs, the most common being isoniazide, rifambin and ethambutol. Prednisolone is seldom used in treating TB unless there is meningitis or pericarditis and there is some argument about the latter. ...Read more
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History of using prednisolone 10mg for 90days.Now cholestrol238;trygliceride239;sgpt85. Age 39yrs;weight 107kg. How to treat them?
Cholesterol, Liver &: Obesity. You are now at the perfect age to change your future. I cannot interpret why you were on prednisolone... But your cholesterol is high. Your triglycerides, the free fat storage molecules made from excess calories and sugars are way off the chart...And your weight is not ideal. Calorie limitation with the majority being proteins and regular moderate exercise are vital. ...Read more
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Doctor gave me Prednisolone 40mg/day & gradually reduced dosage to treat urticaria. Urticaria rebounds after stopping medication. Can I take it again?
Better not: As it will keep rebounding if it is urticaria, see a specialist: a dermatologist or an allergist for better management, if you have already done so, keep the follow up or seek a second opinion, but don't self manage, good luck ...Read more
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What is ED chlorped jr syp, cheratussin, prednisolone, and cefprozil used to treat for a 3 yr old? My step daughter has to take it and i don't know y
The first medicine: Sounds like a combination cough and cold syrup, the second one is a steroid ( use for reactive airway disease /asthma /bronchitis ) and the third one is an antibiotic for bacterial infection. You need to clarify this with her pediatrician! ...Read more
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Best way to treat blurred vision from bells palsy: prednisolone and acyclovir?
Bells palsy: The best thing to do for the eye is to keep it lubricated. Bell's palsy makes the eyelid not close to protect the surface of the eye, hence the eye can get very dry and irritated. This can make the vision blurry. Use a thicker lubricating drop at night. ...Read more
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4 year old boy w/ croup, treated w/ prednisolone & amoxicillin. No seal cough, but dry constant cough what can I do? Started with high fever 4 days ago, then 2 days ago with "barking seal cough" after 3 doses of prednisolone & amoxicillian, he now has a
See below: When treated? The Prednisolone will last a day, so if treated only once, child may need more. Amoxicillin will not treat almost all croup since it is almost always viral. If problems breathing, get seen. ...Read more
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Can I have alcohol and prednisolone?
Might upset stomach: There are no adverse interactions between the two, but both can be gastric (stomach) irritants, so you could develop some heavy duty heartburn/gi upset doing both. Would really try to keep the alcohol light, and make sure you have food in your stomach with it and don't otherwise overindulge. ...Read more
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What are the side effects of prednisolone?
Many: Prednisolone eye drops have a few short term side effects, like occasional irritation with use and increaed intraocular pressure. With long-term use, they can cause cataracts, glaucoma and increase your risk of infection. ...Read more
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How effective is prednisolone (Flo-PRED) for treating uveitis?
Very effective: Prednisolone drops (used up to every hour) is very effective. Sometimes oral steroids or injection of steroids around the eye are needed. ...Read more
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How effective is Prednisolone (Omnipred) for treating uveitis?
Effective: omnipred is one of the types of prednisolone and in my experience at the appropriate dosage works well. some generic brands seem to not work as well. Good luck ...Read more
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What is pediapred (prednisolone)?
Steroid medicine: This is a brand of oral, anti-inflamatory,steroid medicine (prednisolone) often used in children that are not ready for tablets or capsules. ...Read more
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What is pediapred (prednisolone)?
Steroid medicine: This is a brand of oral, anti-inflamatory,steroid medicine (prednisolone) often used in children that are not ready for tablets or capsules. ...Read more
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What is pediapred (prednisolone) ?
An oral steroid: Pediapred (prednisolone) is a liquid oral steroid. ...Read more
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Cefdinir and prednisolone interaction?
Drug interactions: Using the epocrates drug database i find no reported drug interactions betwen Cefdinir and prednisolone. ...Read more
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Can prednisolone acetate cause dizzyness?
Yes it can: While it is not the most common side effect, it certainly cause this. If you notice any other symptoms, please discuss with your prescribing physician. ...Read more
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Is prednisolone safe to give to newborns?
Ummm, depends...: Under the care of a board certified pediatrician or neonatologist or pediatric endocrinologist, there may be specific instances when Prednisolone is warranted. Obviously this medicine is known for far-reaching side effects; however, most often, Prednisolone is given only for short "bursts"--meaning for only a few days. It is would be best for you to discuss this valid concern with your doctor. ...Read more
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What is the oral med pediapred (prednisolone) ?
Prednisilone: A form of prdnisone. Used in many instances. ...Read more
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Can a toddler have prednisolone and qvar at thevsame time?
Asthma meds: If he has moderate to severe asthma he can take the two drugs. ...Read more
See 1 more doctor answerPrednisolone (Definition)
Prednisolone is a form of medication know as a steroid--the active metabolite of prednisone. Used similarly, both medications are useful in the treatment of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis or asthma. In certain medical situations Prednisolone may be ...Read more
Tuberculosis (Definition)
A potentially serious infectious bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs, but can ...Read more
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