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Medicine use in transplant recipients
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Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Side effects
Antirejection medicines
Azathioprine
Basiliximab
Belatacept
Cyclosporine
Muromonab-CD3
Mycophenolic acid
Mycophenolate mofetil
Prednisone
Sirolimus
Tacrolimus
Serious side effects
Things to avoid while on antirejection medicines
Prednisone
Prednisone is a medicine that lowers inflammation and immune system activity, called a corticosteroid. It is often used with other immunosuppressant medicines. It also can be used to treat certain forms of arthritis, severe allergies, lupus, asthma and other conditions. Prednisone comes as a tablet taken by mouth.
Side effects of prednisone are not common, but they can happen. Side effects may include acne, anxiety, depression, dizziness, bruising easily, headache, increased hair growth, restlessness and trouble sleeping, puffiness in the face, and upset stomach and vomiting. Contact your healthcare professional if these symptoms become severe.
