Asthma medications are generally very safe when used as instructed by the doctor. The lowest dose of medications will be determined by the doctor in order to maintain good asthma control. The potential benefits of medications for asthma, in general, far outweigh any possible risks. The following allergy related questions were answered by Dr. Vander Leek, allergist/ immunologist in private practice in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Side effects from steroids vary widely between patients, but are generally pretty severe particularly when used at moderate to high doses (> 15mg prednisone daily). See similar questions...

Your controller inhaler might make you a little hoarse every now and then, because some of the medicine can stay in your mouth and throat if you don't use a valved-holding chamber or spacer. It's also a good idea to rinse out your mouth with water and spit it out after taking your controller inhaler. Steroid tablets give you a higher dose of steroids than your controller inhaler. You need this higher dose if your asthma gets really bad. See similar questions...

Anabolic steroids are associated with numerous side effects. Most of the side effects are mild and reversible. However, some are permanent and life threatening. See similar questions...

Most of its side effects are dose dependent. The most common are blood pressure with pre-existing hypertension, harmful changes in cholesterol levels. It increases the risk of cardiovascular disease or coronary artery disease, enlargement and thickening of the left ventricle, cardiac arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, heart attacks, and sudden cardiac death. See similar questions...

Various methods of minimizing the adverse effects of anabolic steroids have been implemented. Users may increase their cardiovascular exercise level to help to counter the effects of changes in the left ventricle, Some androgens are converted by the body into estrogen, a process, known as aromatisation, which has potential adverse effects. Consequently, during a steroid cycle, users may also take drugs to prevent aromatisation. See similar questions...

Absolutely not. My physique is the result of many years of hard work and dedication to my training and diet--not drugs. Back to index Obviously the Earth is flat. That picture was taken in March, which is spring time in Orlando. I simply bruised my arm while doing some yard work. I assure you, I don't use any drugs. Back to index When I bruised my arm it never even occurred to me that I would one day be accused of using steroids. See similar questions...

ProKera is not a replacement for your medication, it is an addendum to treatment. Use cortisone creams, if prescribed, until the skin is clear and then use ProKera to help maintain it. There is some indication in the literature that use of alpha hydroxy acids in tandem with cortisones actually improves the effect of the cortisone. You may try using them together: apply ProKera first and then your cortisone cream to improve its penetration or alternate them. See similar questions...

Steroids have long been prescribed for rosacea because of their perceived quick relief. Milder (1% hydrocortisone) over the counter preparations are also popular as they are thought to be safer than the prescription strength treatment. After observation of long-term facial application of even low-dose corticosteroids, we have see many adults and children with a rosacea diathesis in whom severe burning and itching develop, along with bright red papules and nodules. See similar questions...

None of our products, including Cardiospermum Gel contain any steroids. We are a natural range of products which tries to remedy skin problems and improve the appearance of skin through the use of naturally effective ingredients. Cardiospermum Gel does not have any known side effects. We have sold over 20,000 tubs of Cardiospermum without a single customer complaint about the formulation or any side effects. However, we always advise a patch test before using any of them. See similar questions...

While effective in treating certain skin conditions, long-term use of topical steroids may prompt rosacea-like symptoms informally called "steroid-induced rosacea." While some physicians may prescribe a short course of a steroid to immediately reduce severe inflammation, if you are concerned about a medication you are taking, your best bet is to discuss this with your physician. Acknowledgments: This section has been reviewed and edited by Dr. See similar questions...

Among the many thousands who have had tissue implant injections, less than 1% of patients have reported adverse reactions. The precautions we take, including eliciting a patient history and testing for allergy, reduce the likelihood of side effects. See similar questions...