Details for: WINPRED
Company: AA PHARMA INC
| DIN | DIN name | Active Ingredient(s) | Strength | Dosage Form | Route of Administration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00271373 | WINPRED | PREDNISONE | 1 MG | TABLET | ORAL |
Summary Reports
Consumer Information
This information was provided by the drug’s manufacturer when this drug product was approved for sale in Canada. It is designed for consumers and care givers. It is a summary of information about the drug and will not tell you everything about the drug. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about the drug.
What the medication is used for
WINPRED is used to treat a many conditions. These include allergy and inflammation.
What it does
WINPRED is a corticosteroid. It decreases the body’s reaction to some diseases and reduces inflammation.
When it should not be used
- You have a systemic fungal infection
- You have a viral disease (such as measles, chickenpox and herpes simplex of the eye)
- You receive a type of vaccine called a live, or live/attenuated vaccine
- You have stomach or gut problems (ulcer, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis)
- You have a bacterial or viral disease that is not being treated with antiinfectives
- You are allergic to prednisone or any other corticosteroid medicine or any of the ingredients in the WINPRED tablet.
What the medicinal ingredient is
Prednisone USP
What the non-medicinal ingredients are
croscarmellose sodium, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose.
What dosage form it comes in
Tablets1 mg
Warnings and precautions
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take WINPRED. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- Have an infection (such as herpes simplex, chicken pox, tuberculosis, threadworm); If you or your child is exposed to measles or chickenpox during treatment with WINPRED, contact you doctor immediately.
- Have a bleeding or blood clotting problem
- Have brittle bones (osteoporosis)
- Have high blood pressure
- Have seizures (convulsions) or other neurological problems
- Have a thyroid problem (hypothyroidism)
- Have muscle pain or weakness (such as myasthenia gravis)
- Have skin cancer (Kaposi’s sarcoma), or a tumor of the adrenal glands
- Have heart problems such as heart failure
- Have certain eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts; herpes infection, or any problems with the retina
- Have kidney disease
- Have liver disease such as cirrhosis
- Have certain mental or mood conditions (such as depression)
- Have low potassium or calcium
- Have Cushing’s disease
- Have a weak immune response
- Have high blood sugar
- Are pregnant or are trying to become pregnant
- Are breastfeeding or planning to breast feed
Other warnings you should know about:
- Before you have any operation, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking WINPRED
- Corticosteroids can affect growth in children
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
Interactions with this medication
The following may interact with WINPRED:
- Grapefruit or grapefruit juice
- Drugs to treat glaucoma and epilepsy (such as acetazolamide)
- Drugs to ‘thin’ the blood (anticoagulant such as warfarin, coumadin)
- Drugs to treat myasthenia gravis (such as distigmine and neostigmine)
- Antibiotics (such as erythromycin, clarithromycin and troleandomycin, rifampicin and rifabutin)
- Aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen)
- Drugs to treat inflammatory conditions (such as methylprednisolone)
- Drugs to treat epilepsy (such as barbiturates and phenytoin)
- Drugs for antifungal infections (such as ketoconazole)
- Cyclosporine
- Drugs for heart problems or high blood pressure (such as digoxin and diltiazem)
- Drugs to treat high cholesterol (cholestyramine)
- Water pills (diuretics)
- Drugs to treat HIV infections (such as indinavir or ritonavir)
- Hormones (such as estrogen and growth hormone)
- Drugs to treat diabetes
- Drugs to treat tuberculosis
- Vaccines
Other interactions you should know about:
If you are taking WINPRED you may have a suppressed reaction to skin tests.
Proper use of this medication
How to take WINPRED:
WINPRED tablets should be taken orally, with water. This dosage form is not suitable for children less than 6 years old.
Usual Dose
Take WINPRED tablets exactly as directed by your doctor. When your condition has improved, your doctor will reduce your dose gradually. WINPRED should not be stopped abruptly. Do not stop taking WINPRED without talking to your doctor.
Overdose
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Side effects and what to do about them
These are not all the possible side effects you may have when taking WINPRED. If you experience any side effects not listed here, contact your healthcare professional.
Side effects may include:
- increased appetite, weight gain, bloating, change in taste, abnormal fat deposits
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion
- hiccups
- Thinning hair, unusual hair growth
- Feeling of general discomfort or uneasiness
- dizziness, forgetfulness, confusion, tired, irritated, euphoria (intense feelings of well-being, elation, happiness, excitement and joy)
- change in strength and reflexes
- rounder face
- increased sweating
- headache
- increased or decreased motility and number of sperm
Skin Problems:
- thin, fragile, dry, or itchy
- tingling, tickling, prickling or burning
- spots containing blood or caused by broken blood vessels
- lightening or darkening of an area of skin
- rash
- acne or an area of pus that is red, warm, and swollen (abscess)
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional Only if severe | Talk to your healthcare professional In all cases | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent | |||
| Heart failure: Shortness of breath, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, irregular heart beat | ✔ | ||
| Fluid retention, swelling | ✔ | ||
| High blood pressure: Symptoms of which are headaches or feeling unwell | ✔ | ||
| Muscle weakness | ✔ | ||
| Stomach ulcers (burst or bleeding ulcers): Stomach pain, blood in stools and/or vomiting blood | ✔ | ||
| Wounds that are slow to heal | ✔ | ||
| Convulsions | ✔ | ||
| Psychological disorders: Feeling depressed including thinking about suicide, feeling anxious, difficulty sleeping, having delusions and/or hallucinations | ✔ | ||
| Irregular menstrual periods | ✔ | ||
| Diabetes: Frequent urination, thirst, hunger | ✔ | ||
| Cramps and spasms | ✔ | ||
| Visual problems, failing eyesight | ✔ | ||
| Reactivation of tuberculosis: Coughing blood or pain in the chest | ✔ | ||
| Infections: Raised temperature and feeling unwell | ✔ | ||
| Bone/joint pain | ✔ | ||
| Bone thinning (osteoporosis) | ✔ | ||
| Allergic reactions: rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. Difficulty swallowing or breathing. | ✔ | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, talk to your healthcare professional.
How to store
Store at room temperature (15º C to 30º C).
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Reporting side effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/healthcanada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345
Postage paid labels, Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and the adverse reaction reporting guidelines are available on the MedEffectTM Canada Web site at www.healthcanada.gc.ca/medeffect.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
More information
If you want more information about WINPRED:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drugproducts/drug-product-database.html); the AA Pharma’s website at http://www.aapharma.ca/en, or by calling DISpedia, AA Pharma’s Drug Information Service at 1-877-998-9097.
This leaflet was prepared by AA Pharma Inc. Vaughan, Ontario L4K 4N7.
Last Revised: August 15, 2018