Prednisone — Nutrient Associations & Health Patterns
Also known as: Prednisone (Deltasone, Rayos, Sterapred)
Drug Class: Corticosteroid (systemic)
Synthetic corticosteroid with powerful anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Used for a wide range of conditions including autoimmune disorders, allergic reactions, asthma flares, inflammatory bowel disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. One of the most commonly prescribed medications in the US. Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Medication and Nutrition Context
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Common Side Effects of Prednisone
- Weight gain
- Fluid retention
- High blood sugar
- Insomnia
- Mood changes / anxiety
- Bone loss (osteoporosis)
- Increased infection risk
- Adrenal suppression
Key Drug Interactions — Prednisone
Prednisone has 7 documented drug-drug interactions in WePattern's Pattern Health Intelligence database. Key interactions include:
- NSAIDs (increased GI bleed risk)
- Blood thinners
- Diabetes medications (raises blood sugar)
- Vaccines (live vaccines contraindicated)
- Antifungals (CYP3A4 interaction)
- Digoxin
Frequently Asked Questions
What nutrient associations are reported for Prednisone?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
Which nutrient relationships are mapped for Prednisone?
Only evidence-qualified catalog relationships are listed here. Other catalog entries remain unverified in this reference; absence from the list does not rule out other medication effects or interactions.
What are the side effects of Prednisone?
Common side effects associated with Prednisone include: Weight gain; Fluid retention; High blood sugar; Insomnia; Mood changes / anxiety.