Veripred 20

Generic name:prednisolone [ pred-NIS-oh-lone ]
Brand names: Flo-Pred, Millipred, Millipred DP, Orapred, Orapred ODT, Pediapred, Veripred 20
Drug class:Glucocorticoids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Sep 20, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Veripred 20?

Veripred 20 is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Veripred 20 is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, gland (endocrine) disorders, and conditions that affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system, or blood cells.

Veripred 20 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use Veripred 20 if you have a fungal infection anywhere in your body.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Veripred 20 if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• a fungal infection anywhere in your body.

Veripred 20 can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection. Steroids can also worsen an infection you already have, or reactivate an infection you recently had. Tell your doctor about any illness or infection you have had within the past several weeks.

To make sure Veripred 20 is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• active tuberculosis;

• a thyroid disorder;

• herpes infection of the eyes;

• stomach ulcers, ulcerative colitis, or diverticulitis;

• depression, mental illness, or psychosis;

• liver disease (especially cirrhosis);

• high blood pressure;

• osteoporosis;

• a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis; or

• multiple sclerosis.

Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Steroid medicines may increase the glu...