Common Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.

Expert advice for Wysolone Tablet

Do not take the medicine if you are allergic to it or to any other content in the medicine.Inform your doctor: If you have heart, kidney or liver disease, mental disorders or depression, mania or bi-polar disorder, If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience low level of alertness after taking prednisolone. The drug  can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection or worsening an infection you already have or have recently had. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections.
Do not receive a "live" vaccine while using prednisolone.
Do not stop using prednisolone suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Do not keep the eye drops in freezer.
Do not stop using prednisolone eye drops suddenly after long-term use without first talking to your doctor.
Do not allow the dropper tip to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.

Q. Is Wysolone an anti-inflammatory drug?
Wysolone belongs to the class of corticosteroids which has anti-inflammatory properties (suppresses the inflammation associated with many diseases, for example, arthritis). Hence, Wysolone is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.

Q. How long can I take Wysolone for?
It is advisable to take Wysolone for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment suddenly or take for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.

Q. Does Wysolone contain penicillin?
Wysolone does not contain penicillin. Wysolone belongs to a group of medicines called steroids.

Q. Does Wysolone expire?
Yes, Wysolone does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.

Q. Is Wysolone a pain-killer?
Wysolone is not a pain-killer. Wysolone belongs to a group of medicines called steroids which are anti-inflammatory in nature and can help in the relief of pain associated with inflammation.

Q. Is Wysolone safe?
Yes. Wysolone is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q. Is Wysolone an immunosuppressant?
Wysolone belongs to the class of corticosteroids and has immunosuppressant properties (suppresses the body’s immune system). Hence, Wysolone is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.

Q. Is Wysolone a glucocorticoid?
Wysolone is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids (corticosteroids).

Q. Can I take Wysolone with antibiotics?
Certain antibiotics may increase the metabolism of Wysolone and hence decrease its effects. So, it may be necessary to adjust the dose of Wysolone accordingly. Please consult your doctor before taking Wysolone with antibiotics.

Q. Can I take Wysolone with paracetamol?
Wysolone can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically seen between the two. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.