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Medicines abiraterone acetate + niraparib tosylate monohydrateQuestion & answer

abiraterone acetate + niraparib tosylate monohydrate · Medicine question

Why is prednisone or prednisolone used?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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It reduces ACTH-driven mineralocorticoid effects such as high blood pressure, low potassium and fluid retention.

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