Steroid Tablets - Cortisone PDF
Steroid Tablets - Cortisone PDF
Steroid Tablets - Cortisone PDF
Never stop taking steroid tablets suddenly unless your doctor has
advised it.
When used for a short time (continued):
It is best to take this medication with food or milk to avoid upset
stomach.
If you take this medication only one time a day, take it in the morning
with breakfast.
Side effects:
When steroid tablets are taken for a few days or up to a couple of
weeks, there are usually no side effects.
When steroid tablets are used for many months or years, you may
notice:
a feeling of well-being
a feeling of agitation or depression
trouble sleeping
acne
increased appetite and weight gain
water gain making hands, feet or face puffy
increased blood pressure
stomach upset or heartburn
increased blood sugar
bruising or thinning of the skin
slower growth rate in children
Remember
If you are ill and vomit within 3 hours of taking a steroid tablet, repeat
the dose.
If you have taken steroid tablets within the past 2 years you may need
to take them again during a serious illness, operation or accident. Be
sure that any doctor or dentist treating you for any condition knows you
have taken steroid tablets.
Steroid tablets may increase your appetite. Watch what you eat to
avoid gaining weight and follow an exercise plan. Your health care
provider can help you.
Steroid tablets can cause you to hold extra water. This can increase
blood pressure. Talk to your health care provider about limiting the
amount of salt you have.
If you take steroid tablets for a long time, talk to your health care
provider about checking for bone loss called osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis can be prevented and treated.
Check with your doctor or health care provider before having any
vaccinations or flu shots.