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How Is Prednisone Effective In Treating Respiratory Virus?
Question: I am taking Prednisone for my respiratory virus. How does this help?
Brief Answer:
This is not used for viral infections
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
Prednisone is not used for simple respiratory viral infections so you should ask your doctor about exact reason for it. It can be used for breathing difficulties caused by allergic reactions,or excessive cough which causes choking,but I think that these usual measures are sufficient for viral infection treatment,and don't see that prednisone is required. Wish you good health. Regards
This is not used for viral infections
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
Prednisone is not used for simple respiratory viral infections so you should ask your doctor about exact reason for it. It can be used for breathing difficulties caused by allergic reactions,or excessive cough which causes choking,but I think that these usual measures are sufficient for viral infection treatment,and don't see that prednisone is required. Wish you good health. Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
She did note some sounds in my lungs and ofcourse, I have this horrible, excessive coughing which has worn me out. I thought she said the Prednisone would help my body naturally heal from this virus. Does that sound about right?
Brief Answer:
not really
Detailed Answer:
I am not sure if this is appropriate way to treat viral infection. i would reconsider prednisone intake nad i dont think this is required
not really
Detailed Answer:
I am not sure if this is appropriate way to treat viral infection. i would reconsider prednisone intake nad i dont think this is required
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
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