Tag: immunosuppression
Immunosuppression from Corticosteroids: How to Reduce Infection Risk
Corticosteroids like prednisone suppress the immune system, increasing infection risk. Learn how high doses lead to pneumonia, TB, and shingles-and how to prevent them with vaccines, prophylaxis, and dose reduction.
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Published ON: 14 NovStatins and certain antifungal medications can dangerously interact, increasing the risk of rhabdomyolysis-a life-threatening muscle breakdown. Learn which combinations to avoid, safer alternatives, and what to do if you're taking both.
Published ON: 6 Nov