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Lung Transplantation Patient Guide Immunosuppressant Medications After Lung Transplantation
Prednisone After Lung Transplantation
| Prednisone |
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| Purpose |
Prednisone is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ rejection. |
| Dosage |
BE SURE TO READ LABEL INSTRUCTIONS.
Adults: Use only 5mg tablets unless instructured otherwise by the transplant team.
Children: Prednisone in liquid formulation of 1mg/cc concentration is recommended. |
| When |
In the morning, take on an empty stomach.
Repeat the dose in the pm, 12 hours after your am dose. |
| Common Side Effects |
Mood swings, depression, euphoria, irritability, thrush, increased risk of infection, joint discomfort, muscle deterioration, osteoporosis, high blood sugar, "moonface," cataracts, height-ened sun sensitivity, acne, high blood pressure, increased appetite, vision changes weight gain, fluid retention. |
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