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Is 20mpg Of Prednisone A High Dosage For An Allergic Reaction?

Posted on Wed, 29 Jul 2015

Question: Is 20 mpg too heavy dosage if recommended for only one time for an allergic reaction. My prescription is for two a day for three days followed by one a day for three days...but Dr. Thinks I should take 2 tonight .

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
What medicaton were you prescribed?

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.

Please, 20mg may be too much for drug A and too little for drug B> It is of prime importance too state the name of the drug so that I can tell if this is the right dosage or not. Without this information, no one can provide a helpful response to you.

In all, kindly give me the name of the anti-allergy medication you are taking and I will respond promptly.

I hope to hear from you as soon as possible.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (15 minutes later)

Medication: prednisone

So sorry I forgot to mention the medication

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
20mg is usual maintenance dose!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the precision.

20mg is not too much for prednisone. Most adults are put on this dosage for maintenance. Higher doses can be given depending on the disease condition.

In all, 20mg is good and safe for consumption.

I wish you well. If need be, feel free to ask for more information and clarifications.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar