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.

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