Kidney/Renal Medications, Kidney/Renal Unit

Prednisolone (Steroid) – Anti‑Rejection

Information for patients

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  • Taken once a day in the morning with or after food.
  • You must not stop taking this medication suddenly. Reduce the dose as instructed by the transplant team.
  • You must tell healthcare professionals you are on a steroid before any treatment.
Front and back views of a Prednisolone 5 mg tablet shown alongside its original packaging.
Watch this short video from University Hospitals of Leicester to learn more.

(Disclaimer – videos are used with Leicester Hospital permission and may differ from LTHT Guidance)

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  • LN: LN005512
  • Edition number: 2nd Edition Version 2
  • Developed by: Renal Transplant Pharmacy Team
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