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Men's Health » Pain Medicine » Deltasone (Prednisolone) Deltasone (Prednisolone) a steroid drug is used to reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms in a variety of disorders including rheumatoid arthritis and severe cases of asthma. It may be given to treat primary or secondary adrenal cortex insufficiency (lack of sufficient adrenal hormone in the body). Buy Deltasone (Prednisolone) and other Pain Medicine products online at Medstore. Buy Online at Medstore - Click Here!
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What are the possible side effects of Deltasone? • If you experience any of the following serious side effects stop taking Deltasone and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately: an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips tongue or face; or hives); increased blood pressure (severe headache or blurred vision); or sudden weight gain (more than 5 pounds in a day or two). • Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take Deltasone and talk to your doctor if you experience insomnia; nausea vomiting or stomach upset; fatigue or dizziness; muscle weakness or joint pain; problems with diabetes control; or increased hunger or thirst. • Other side effects that occur only rarely usually with high doses of Deltasone include acne increased hair growth thinning of the skin cataracts glaucoma osteoporosis roundness of the face and changes in behavior. • Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. What other drugs will affect Deltasone? • Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications including herbal products during treatment with Deltasone without first talking to your doctor. Many other medicines can interact with Deltasone resulting in side effects or altered effectiveness of the medications. 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