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Pred Forte vs. Cortef

Prednisolone eye drops is a type of steroid eye drop. It helps treat eye inflammation in adults and children. The medication helps relieve symptoms like itchy eye, eye redness, and swelling in the eye. Prednisolone eye drops come as a generic as well as brand names like Pred Forte and Pred Mild. This eye drop is usually used in the affected eye(s) 2 to 4 times a day. Side effects can include temporary burning and stinging in the eye when you put the drops in.

• Eye inflammation

• Temporary burning or stinging in the eye
• Feeling like there's something in your eye

• Risk of eye infection when used for a long time
• Risk of eye problems when used for a long time
• Slow healing of the eye after cataract surgery
• Severe allergic reaction

Oral hydrocortisone (Cortef) is a corticosteroid. It's taken by adults and children to treat health conditions related to inflammation or an overactive immune system, including rheumatoid arthritis and certain skin conditions. Hydrocortisone (Cortef) comes as a tablet that you take by mouth daily, though dosing can also differ depending on your condition. There's a separate intravenous or IV form called Solu-Cortef. Some side effects of hydrocortisone (Cortef) include adrenal insufficiency and weight gain. Hydrocortisone (Cortef) is available as both a brand-name and generic medication.

Hydrocortisone (Cortef) is used for many different conditions. Generally, it's used for autoimmune or inflammatory conditions. Some examples include:

• Allergies or allergic reactions
• Joint conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
• Skin conditions (e.g. psoriasis)
• Conditions affecting certain hormones (e.g., low adrenal hormones)
• Gut conditions (e.g., ulcerative colitis)
• Conditions related to red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets
• Certain cancers (e.g., leukemia)
• Nervous system conditions (e.g., multiple sclerosis)
• Eye conditions
• Lung conditions
• Kidney conditions
• Lupus erythematosus

• Swelling (e.g., puffiness in the face, hands, or feet)
• High blood pressure
• High blood sugar
• Muscle weakness
• Stomach pain
• Insomnia (trouble sleeping)
• Changes in your mood
• Headache
• Acne
• Weight gain and greater appetite

• Reduced adrenal gland function
• Greater risk of infections
• Eye problems
• Behavior changes
• Bone problems with long-term use
• Stomach problems
• Changes in heart and kidney function