Contact your physician or nurse immediately if you experience severe side effects from prednisone. This includes severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), increased blood sugar, or significant mood changes.
Ward 473 provides access to dieticians who can help you manage your diet while on prednisone. Schedule an appointment with the ward dietician by contacting the nursing staff at extension 5555.
Regular blood work is necessary to monitor your progress on prednisone. Your doctor will schedule these appointments, and the ward staff will provide details on timing and preparation.
Information on support groups for patients taking prednisone can be found on the hospital’s internal website under “Patient Resources,” or ask your nurse for assistance locating the relevant information.
To ensure medication adherence, the ward pharmacy will provide you with a personalized medication schedule and answer any questions you may have about your prednisone prescription.
For questions concerning your prednisone treatment not addressed here, contact the ward physician on call through the nursing staff.
