Categories: Prescription Medication
Description: Prednisone is an oral corticosteroid commonly used for short-term treatment of acute gout flares. It works by reducing inflammation and pain in affected joints. Prednisone is typically used when NSAIDs or colchicine are not suitable due to contraindications or side effects. It provides rapid symptom relief, often within hours to a couple of days. However, it is not a long-term solution and should be tapered appropriately to avoid rebound flares or side effects such as elevated blood sugar, mood changes, and fluid retention.
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AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided by Dr. Curbside, Prednisone appears to be an effective treatment option for Gout when NSAIDs or colchicine are not suitable. The reviewer mentions that Prednisone is often prescribed to patients with kidney disease, gastrointestinal issues, or those who cannot tolerate other anti-inflammatory medications, but it is not used for long-term urate-lowering therapy.
I use prednisone when NSAIDs or colchicine are contraindicated or poorly tolerated. It is often used in patients with kidney disease, gastrointestinal issues, or those who cannot take other anti-inflammatory medications. However, it is not used for long-term urate-lowering therapy.
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