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Brand Names:
Econopred Plus, Omnacortil
What is Prednisolone? Prednisolone is the active metabolite of prednisone. Prednisolone is a corticosteroid used to treat arthritis pain and inflammation. Brand name drugs which contain prednisolone include: Orapred, Pediapred, and Prelone. Pediapred and Prelone Syrup come as oral liquids.
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Reasons Taken
6 patients in the community are taking or have taken Prednisolone.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 3 | 50% |
| Optic neuritis (inflammation of optic nerve) | 2 | 33% |
| Weakness in legs | 1 | 16% |
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Prednisolone or how long patients were taking Prednisolone before stopping.
Currently taking Prednisolone
Stopped taking Prednisolone
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course of treatment ended | 4 | 100% |  |