Prednisone is generally better taken in 1 dose than 3, but the frequency of dosing needs to be decided on a case-by-case basis.
When using glucocorticoid drugs such as prednisone to treat immune disorders, it is generally recommended that it be taken once in the morning from 6 to 8 am. Because this time period the human body will produce endogenous glucocorticoids, and the secretion of endogenous hormones is the highest, with time gradually decline until midnight secretion is the lowest. At this time, the adverse effects on the body are relatively small.
However, some diseases require three separate doses to achieve better control and therapeutic effect.
Large amounts of long-term use of hormone drugs will have osteoporosis, infection and other risks. When using hormone drugs, you should never adjust the dosage of hormone drugs according to your personal experience or that of others, and you should strictly follow the doctor’s instructions.
Patients who need to take glucocorticosteroids such as prednisone should go to the hospital in time and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized use of medication to avoid adverse effects.