Prednisolone

Question 1

Prednisolone: Introduction

Answer 1

Prednisolone is a steroid. It prevents the release of inflammatory mediators.

Question 2

Prednisolone: Indication

Answer 2

Mild/Moderate Croup

Severe croup after nebulised Adrenaline administration

Question 3

Prednisolone: Contraindications

Answer 3

Hypersensitivity to corticosteroids

Live virus immunisation within last 48 hours (MMR, chicken pox, yellow fever)

Question 4

Prednisolone: Considerations

Answer 4

Side effects occur following prolonged use and are of little consequence in an emergency setting

Vomiting