Question
Can I take prednisone with ARVs?
30 January 2013. Related: All topics, Drug interactions.
I’ve got recurring parotitis, was using antibiotics and prednisone with good effect. I started ARVs 2 weeks ago, now symptoms are recurring, is it safe to use prednisone with ARVs?
Answer
Hi,
Thanks for your email.
Some ARVs do have interactions with prednisone that can require a change in the dose you need. Without knowing which ARVs you are taking I can’t say for sure if there will be an interaction. The best thing to do is to check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking prednisone as they will be able to check this and make any changes required.
Hi Sam,
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Hi Deborah,
Acriptega is a brand name of DLT (dolutegravir/lamivudine/tenofovir). The drug interactions website says there’s no interaction expected with these meds and prednisone.
How is the treatment going? Would you like to ask more questions?
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Hi Lesego,
Because your brother is in a lot of pain, its important that he sees a doctor. A doctor will be able to prescribe him something for the pain.
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