PREDNISOLONE, 5mg, tab.
STD
DORAPRED5T-
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300432
Last Updated on:
28/07/2024, 22:02:51
3 - Antiallergics and medicines used in anaphylaxis
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
8.2.4 - Hormones and antihormones
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
H02AB06
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
Thermosensitive codes are defined for storage and transportation temperature requirements of the products.
The product is part of at least one Kit.
A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
PREDNISOLONE
Therapeutic Action
Steroidal anti-inflammatory (corticosteroid)
Indications
Symptomatic treatment of allergic and inflammatory diseases or reactions (e.g. severe persistent asthma, in the event of treatment failure with high doses of inhaled corticoids)
Prevention of inflammatory reaction triggered by antiparasitic treatment (e.g. trichinellosis)
Instructions for use
Soluble tablets are intended for paediatric use only.
Soluble tablets are best taken dissolved in water, but they can be swallowed whole without difficulty. When dissolved in water the resulting solution must be drunk immediately.
Prednisone has the same therapeutic action as prednisolone and can be used at the same dosage.
Storage
Below 25ºC