Gupisone 5 mg Tablets to Treat Inflammation is a medication used to treat inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, and other inflammatory diseases and autoimmune disorders.
Ingredients of Gupisone Tablets
Gupisone contains 5 mg of the active ingredient "Prednisolone", a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation.
Gupisone 5mg Tablet Uses
Gupisone tablets are used for various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions, including:
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Severe allergic reactions: Accompanied by symptoms such as difficulty breathing or a drop in blood pressure, possibly leading to collapse which is potentially life-threatening.
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Hypersensitivity: Such as asthma, drug reactions, or serum sickness.
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Inflammation of the blood vessels, heart, kidneys, intestines, joints, and muscles: Including rheumatoid arthritis, as well as inflammation of the lungs, eyes, or nervous system.
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Certain types of cancer: Such as leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma.
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Hormone replacement: Boosting cortisone levels in patients whose bodies do not produce enough natural steroids.
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Hypercalcemia: High calcium levels caused by sarcoidosis or Vitamin D toxicity.
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Certain infections and skin conditions.
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Preventing organ rejection following transplantation.
Gupisone 5 mg Dosage
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Adult Dose: Ranges from 5 to 60 mg daily. In some cases, the dose may be taken every other day. As improvement begins, the physician may gradually taper the dose.
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Do not stop taking this medication suddenly; strictly follow the treatment plan prescribed by your doctor.
Gupisone 5mg Side Effects
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Depression.
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Mood swings.
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Anxiety and irritability.
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Sleep disturbances (Insomnia).
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Cognitive difficulties and memory loss.
Contraindications
Gupisone should not be used in the following cases:
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Hypersensitivity to any of its components.
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Ocular herpes infection.
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History of gastric ulcers.
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Untreated systemic infections.
Warnings and Precautions
Inform your physician of any health issues before taking Gupisone, especially:
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History of or treatment for Tuberculosis (TB).
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Recent vaccinations.
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Kidney, liver, or heart diseases (including congestive heart failure).
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High blood pressure (Hypertension).
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History of diabetes.
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Osteoporosis.
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Seizures or epilepsy.
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Cushing's disease.
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History of blood clots.
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Glaucoma.
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Underactive thyroid (Hypothyroidism).
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Pregnancy or Lactation.
Drug Interactions
Inform your physician or pharmacist of all medications you are taking before starting Gupisone, especially:
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Antibiotics and antifungals.
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Anti-epileptics (Anticonvulsants).
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Diabetes and blood pressure medications.
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Diuretics.
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Blood thinners (Anticoagulants).
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Antivirals and Cyclosporine.
Storage and Handling
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
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Keep in the original packaging, protected from light.
