Can everyone use Prednisone?
No. This drug must only be used when the benefits outweigh the costs. Because Prednisone slowly disables your autoimmune system, you must not start taking it if you already have an infection, particularly a fungal infection. Your existing condition will grow more serious. Even if you are healthy, you must avoiding coming into contact with anyone who is ill after beginning treatment. This can be really inconvenient if you are a parent and your children bring home measles or chicken pox. Such childhood diseases can threaten your life if your adult immune system is inactive.
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