Help Reduce the Risk of Adrenal Problems in Kids Taking Steroids

October 2021

New guidance will put focus on managing the risk of "adrenal suppression" in kids on oral or inhaled corticosteroids (prednisone, etc).

Adrenal suppression can be a serious side effect of high doses or long courses of oral or inhaled steroids.

When the steroid dose is lowered or stopped, the adrenal glands may not be able to make enough cortisol...which is needed during times of stress, such as during an illness or surgery.

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Help Reduce the Risk of Adrenal Problems in Kids Taking Steroids

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