Flo-Pred
Generic name:prednisolone [ pred-NIS-oh-lone ]
Brand names: Bubbli-Pred, Flo-Pred Oral Suspension, Hydeltrasol, Key-Pred SP, Millipred,
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Drug class:Glucocorticoids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 4, 2022.
The Flo-Pred brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Flo-Pred?
Flo-Pred is in a class of drugs called steroids. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Flo-Pred oral suspension is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or breathing disorders.
Flo-Pred may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Flo-Pred if you are allergic to prednisolone, or if you have a fungal infection anywhere in your body.
Before taking Flo-Pred, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, and about all other medicines you are using. There are many other diseases that can be affected by steroid use, and many other medicines that can interact with steroids.
Your steroid medication needs may change if you have any unusual stress such as a serious illness, fever or infection, or if you have surgery or a medical emergency. Tell your doctor about any such situation that affects you during treatment with Flo-Pred.
Steroid medication 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. Tell your doctor about any illness or infection you have had within the past several weeks.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles while taking Flo-Pred. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using steroid medication.
Do not receive a "live" vaccine while you are taking Flo-Pred. Vaccines may not work as well while you are taking a steroid.
Do not stop using Flo-Pred suddenly, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Talk to your doctor about how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when stopping the medication. Carry an ID card or wear a medical alert bracelet stating that you are taking a steroid, in case of emergency.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Flo-Pred if you are allergic to prednisolone, or if you have a fungal infection anywhere in your body.
Steroid medication 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
