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Prednisone and other corticosteroids
Reduce your risk of corticosteroid side effects
Weigh the risks and benefits of corticosteroids
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How do corticosteroids work?
How are corticosteroids used?
What side effects can corticosteroids cause?
Side effects of corticosteroids taken by mouth
Side effects of inhaled corticosteroids
Side effects of corticosteroids put on the skin, called topical corticosteroids
Side effects of corticosteroid shots
Side effects of corticosteroids given through a vein, called intravenous
Lower your risk of corticosteroid side effects
Weigh the pros and cons of corticosteroids
Weigh the risks and benefits of corticosteroids
Content
How do corticosteroids work?
How are corticosteroids used?
What side effects can corticosteroids cause?
Side effects of corticosteroids taken by mouth
Side effects of inhaled corticosteroids
Side effects of corticosteroids put on the skin, called topical corticosteroids
Side effects of corticosteroid shots
Side effects of corticosteroids given through a vein, called intravenous
Lower your risk of corticosteroid side effects
Weigh the pros and cons of corticosteroids
Content
By Mayo Clinic Staff
Corticosteroid medicines include cortisone, hydrocortisone and prednisone, among others. They help treat rashes, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma and several other conditions. But corticosteroids also may have serious side effects.
