Prednisone.

Prednisone is a medicine intended for the treatment of the symptoms of low corticosteroid levels, as well as other conditions in patients whose corticosteroid levels are normal. Prednisone is usually taken with some food and how many times a day you will be supposed to use it depends on your condition. Normally patients are recommended to use this medicine one to four times a day, or you may need to take a dose of this drug every other day. Tell your doctor before starting the treatment if you have osteoporosis, ulcers, heart disease, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, seizures, intestinal disease, high blood pressure, liver or kidney disease, threadworms, condition, tuberculosis, thyroid disease, emotional problems, or any other conditions that may potentially affect the success of your treatment and require a dose adjustment. Your doctor needs to be notified if you develop any side effects that are considered serious – such as sudden weight gain, irregular heartbeat, shaking of the hands, depression, upset stomach, muscle twitching, lightheadedness, seizures, sore throat, swelling or pain in the stomach, difficulty breathing or swallowing, confusion, vision problems, or vomiting.