preparation Prednisolone rectal
General English name: preparation Prednisolone rectal
Brand: Predsol
Application: proctitis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease
Prednisolone rectal drug information
Contraindications to prednisolone rectum
Drug interaction of rectal prednisolone
Possible side effects of prednisolone rectum
How to store prednisolone rectum
Prednisolone rectal drug information
Medication Information: In inflammatory bowel conditions such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, inflammation develops in the wall of the gastrointestinal tract. Both of these conditions can cause inflammation of the lower intestines and rectum. Inflammation in the rectum is called proctitis. Symptoms of a recurrence of inflammation in the rectum include bleeding and a frequent need to go to the bathroom. Anal corticosteroids may be prescribed to treat these conditions. Rectal prednisolone is available in the form of an enema or suppository.
Prednisolone is a corticosteroid drug, also called a steroid, that reduces the symptoms of inflammation. If you need more information about prednisolone, prednisolone ear drops and prednisolone eye drops, refer to the relevant page.
Contraindications to prednisolone rectum
- Note the expiration date of the prednisolone rectum and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
- Never give the medicine to anyone else, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Do not take rectal prednisolone more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
- Check for drug interactions with prednisolone rectum and be sure to tell your doctor what other medication you are taking.
Drug interaction of rectal prednisolone
It may alter the function of the medication and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Tips to consider before taking prednisolone rectum
Some medications are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed. Therefore, it is best to let your doctor know the following before taking prednisolone rectum:
• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
• If your blood pressure is high.
• If you have a history of heart attack or heart failure.
• If you have any kidney or liver problems.
• If you have a history of type 2 diabetes (yourself or your family) or glaucoma (increased eye pressure).
• If you have osteoporosis.
• If you have hypothyroidism.
• If you have a history of a mental health problem such as depression or psychosis.
• If you have epilepsy.
• If you have a history of stomach ulcers or inflammatory bowel disorders.
• If you have recently been vaccinated.
• If you have any infection or tuberculosis (TB).
• If you (or anyone who has had close contact with you) have recently had chickenpox, measles or shingles.
If you have ever had a blood clot in your artery.
• If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness).
• If you are currently taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
• If you are allergic to a drug. For example, you may experience pain and muscle cramps after taking steroid drugs.
Possible side effects of prednisolone rectum
Prednisolone is absorbed rectally through the rectum and has side effects similar to oral steroids. However, due to less anal absorption through the anus, its side effects are also less than oral steroids.
Children are prone to the side effects of corticosteroids. The main concern is when a child needs frequent use of prednisolone rectum for treatment, as rectal prednisolone may affect his growth. In such cases, the child should be under the supervision of a doctor.
How to store prednisolone rectum
Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.