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Prednisolone rectal

  • Usually inserted into the rectum after passing stools, once or twice a day, depending on the form (suppository, enema or foam).
  • Keep your regular appointments so that your progress may be monitored.

About prednisolone rectal

Type of medicine Corticosteroid
Used for Ulcerative colitis (chronic inflammation of the large intestine)
Proctitis (inflammation of the lining of the rectum)
Crohn's disease (chronic inflammatory disease of the intestines)
Also called Predenema
Predfoam
Predsol Suppositories
Available as Retention enema
Foam
Suppository

Prednisolone rectal works by reducing pain and discomfort caused by inflammation.

Before using prednisolone rectal

Before using prednisolone rectal make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
  • If you are suffering from an infection.
  • If you or anyone in your family have chickenpox or measles.
  • If you are due to have any holiday injections.
  • If you have osteoporosis (weak bones).
  • If you suffer from high blood pressure, or any heart problems.
  • If you have had tuberculosis.
  • If you have liver or kidney problems.
  • Past or present mental health problems, diabetes mellitus, glaucoma
  • If you suffer from epilepsy, stomach problems or hypothyroisism (low levels of thyroxine in your blood).

How to use prednisolone rectal

  • Usually inserted into the rectum after passing stools, once or twice a day, depending on the form (suppository, enema or foam).
  • Treatment may continue for some weeks.

Getting the most from your treatment

  • Keep your regular appointments so that your progress may be monitored.
  • Do not stop using unless directed by your doctor- s/he may ask you to reduce the use of this medication slowly.

Can prednisolone rectal cause problems?

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.

Common side-effects - these affect less than 1 in 10 people who take this medicine What can I do if I experience this
Local irritation This should ease.
If it persists, speak to your doctor.
Water retention (bloating), high blood pressure (which may cause a headache) Speak to your doctor.
Heartburn, indigestion Ask your pharmacist for an antacid.
If symptoms continue, see your doctor to fule out anything serious.
Mood changes If these persist, speak to your doctor.

How to store prednisolone rectal

  • Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines


  • Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Make sure that the person prescribing this medicine knows about any other medicines that you are taking. This includes medicines you buy and herbal and homeopathic medicines.
  • If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
  • Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking any medicine.
  • Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of this medicine go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if it is empty.
  • If you are having any treatment like an operation or dental treatment tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.
  • Always read the printed information leaflet that comes with your medicine.
  • This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
  • Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
  • If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.
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