Prednisolone Acetate

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 25, 2022

Pros & Cons


Prednisolone Acetate Pros and Cons

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  • Prednisolone acetate can help reduce eye symptoms without causing side effects associated with oral steroids.
  • This medicine works fast and can offer relief from symptoms pretty quickly.
  • It is available in a low-cost generic version.

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  • Prednisolone ophthalmic needs to be instilled 2-4 times a day.
  • Long-term use of this medicine can lead to serious eye problems.
  • It can cause potentially serious allergic reactions.