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Oral corticosteroid counselling — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient starts prednisolone 40 mg daily for seven days after an acute asthma attack. They ask how to take it. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: B — Take the dose in the morning with or after food

Prednisolone is commonly taken in the morning to reduce insomnia and better align with natural cortisol patterns. Taking with or after food can reduce gastric irritation. Tablets should not be saved for unsupervised future attacks unless a clear action plan exists. They are not inhaled through a spacer.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS