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Is Prednisone An NSAID?

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Posted on Thu, 16 Feb 2017
Question: My DR said not to take NSAIDS....such as Celebrex or motrin. Another DR is planning on injecting my back. Can he use prednisone?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (10 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.Yes,prednisone can be used since it is steroid which is not similar to NSAIDs and don't affect kidneys function. However,it should be used in recommended dosage. Wish you good health. Regards
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Is Prednisone An NSAID?

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Hi and welcome.Yes,prednisone can be used since it is steroid which is not similar to NSAIDs and don't affect kidneys function. However,it should be used in recommended dosage. Wish you good health. Regards