Rayos (Prednisone) for COPD

Overview
Rayos is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Rayos is also known by its drug name, Prednisone.

Rayos is a corticosteroid. Rayos is believed to decrease inflammation by suppressing the immune system.

How do I take it?
Rayos is taken once daily.

Rayos comes in the form of a delayed-release tablet.

Side effects
The FDA-approved label for Rayos lists common side effects including fluid retention, changes in blood glucose levels, increased blood pressure, increased appetite, mood swings, behavior changes, and weight gain.

Rare but serious side effects listed for Rayos can include worsening infections, hormonal imbalance, increased risk for new infections, serious eye problems, increased risk for gastrointestinal perforation, decreased bone density, and neurological symptoms including severe depression or psychosis.

For more details about this treatment, visit:

Rayos – Horizon Pharma
http://www.rayosrx.com/