ATRISOL DPS

Overview

ATRISOL DPS is a Schedule H drug.

ATRISOL DPS is composed of: CHLORBUTOL (0.35 %W/V), PREDNISOLONE (0.25 %W/V)



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

Usage

PREDNISOLONE is generally used to treat: Arthritis, Lupus, Psoriasis, Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ATRISOL DPS and its Constituents

Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
You may need to shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Follow the directions on your medicine label. Keep the disintegrating tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take the medicine. Open the package using dry hands, and peel back the foil from the tablet blister (do not push the tablet through the foil). Remove the tablet and place it in your mouth. Allow the disintegrating tablet to dissolve in your mouth without chewing. Swallow several times as the tablet dissolves. If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow the dissolved tablet. Caution should be exercised in patients with the history of increased eye pressure, optic nerve damage, diabetes, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PREDNISOLONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

PREDNISOLONE : Depression, Agitation, Anxiety, Eyes Blurred Vision, Decreased Urination, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache, Mood Swings, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Weight Gain, Cough, Throat Soreness, Fever, Chills

Serious Side-Effects

PREDNISOLONE : Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings

Rare Side-Effects

PREDNISOLONE : Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Face Swelling, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PREDNISOLONE can interfere with: Tuberculosis, Latent Tuberculosis, Hypernatremia, Hypokalemia, Seizure, Hypocalcemia, Diverticulitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Myocardial Infarction, Ocular Herpes, Premature Aging, Systematic Sclerosis, Strongyloidiasis, Vaccination, Cirrhosis, Depression, Psychosis, Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Congestive Heart Disease, Acute Renal Failure, Hypertension, Hyperadrenalism, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism, Myasthenia Gravis, Myopathy, Glaucoma, Osteoporosis, Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic

Technical Classification

PREDNISOLONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES

Available Alternatives for ATRISOL DPS

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ATRISOL DPS

INR 45.6 for 5 ML DROP

ATROPINE 1.0 %W/V, CHLORBUTOL 0.35 %W/V, PREDNISOLONE 0.25 %W/V