Prednisone side effects vary with dose and duration; short bursts mostly cause appetite and mood changes.
Long-term therapy increases risk for growth suppression, hypertension, hyperglycemia, and adrenal suppression.
2 documented effects
Not specified
Monitor glucose in at-risk patients; adjust diet or insulin.
Monitor for symptom escalation or new adverse effects.
Not specified
Taper slowly; provide stress dosing during illness.
Monitor for symptom escalation or new adverse effects.
1 documented effect
Not specified
Take with food; consider acid suppression if high-dose.
Monitor for symptom escalation or new adverse effects.
1 documented effect
Not specified
Warn families; contact clinician if severe or psychotic symptoms appear.
Monitor for symptom escalation or new adverse effects.
1 documented effect
Not specified
Ensure calcium/vitamin D; consider bisphosphonates in chronic high-dose users.
Monitor for symptom escalation or new adverse effects.
For babies taking Prednisone, watch for signs of side effects. This medication is generally well-tolerated in infants when used as directed.
If your toddler is taking Prednisone, they might feel different. This is usually temporary and normal.
This medicine helps calm inflammation. Take it with breakfast and tell us if your tummy hurts or you feel different.
Follow the taper plan, avoid skipping doses, and note mood or vision changes.
A: Temporarily increased appetite is common. Encourage balanced meals and activity.
When to validate: Call if rapid weight gain or swelling occurs.
A: Give doses earlier in the day and establish bedtime routines.
When to validate: Discuss adjustments if insomnia persists.
Clinical assessment framework for Prednisone adverse effects using standardized severity grading.
Parent and clinician concerns about Prednisone