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Conjunctivitis - allergic - Management
What issues do I need to consider when prescribing an oral corticosteroid?
- An oral corticosteroid should normally be taken as a single dose in the morning to reduce the disturbance to circadian cortisol secretion [BNF 53, 2007].
- Adverse effects are uncommon with occasional, short courses of oral corticosteroids.
- When prescribing a corticosteroid, be aware of other corticosteroids formulations (e.g. creams, ointments, inhalers) being used by the person as the potential for adverse effects is increased.
- If frequent courses of oral corticosteroids are needed, refer to an immunologist for further assessment and management.
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