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What is Rayos
PrednisoneThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryPrednisone is a synthetic steroid used to reduce inflammation. It is converted by the body into prednisolone, which is then used to treat various medical conditions. Prednisone was approved by the FDA in 1955.
PredniSONEis the brand name
Rayos Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
PredniSONE
Prednisone
1972
681
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Prednisone, commonly known as PredniSONE, is approved by the FDA for 33 uses which include Addison Disease and Mycosis Fungoides (MF) .Addison Disease
Mycosis Fungoides (MF)
Helps manage Mycosis Fungoides (MF)
Diuresis
Ocular Inflammation
Helps manage Ocular Inflammation
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Helps manage unresponsive to topical corticosteroids
Trichinosis
Crohn Disease
Helps manage acute Crohn's Disease (CD)
Thyroiditis
Congenital Hypoplastic Anemia
Uremia
Lupus Erythematosus
induction of Diuresis
Disseminated tuberculosis
Used to treat Disseminated tuberculosis in combination with Aminosalicylic acid
exfoliative erythroderma
Helps manage exfoliative erythroderma
Proteinuria
Ulcerative Colitis
Helps manage Ulcerative Colitis
acquired immune hemolytic anemia
Patient Participation
Lupus
Malignant Neoplasms
Secondary thrombocytopenia
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Neurologic Involvement
Sarcoidosis
Helps manage symptomatic Sarcoidosis
Secondary adrenocortical insufficiency
Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
Helps manage Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
Asthma
Helps manage Asthma
fulminating Tuberculosis
Used to treat fulminating Tuberculosis in combination with Aminosalicylic acid
Serum Sickness
Pemphigus
Helps manage Pemphigus
Aspiration Pneumonitis
Drug Allergy
Effectiveness
How Rayos Affects PatientsPrednisone belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. It works by stopping the body from making certain chemicals that cause inflammation, and instead encourages chemicals that reduce inflammation. Prednisone does not stay effective for long periods of time, as its effects only last about 2-3 hours. Corticosteroids are still considered safe to use, but patients should be aware that taking them can leave them more vulnerable to infections and can also disrupt their body's natural production of hormones.
How Rayos works in the bodyPrednisone is changed into its active form, prednisolone, in the liver. Prednisolone then affects the body in a few ways. It restricts blood vessels from widening, and stops white blood cells from rushing to sites of inflammation. It also reduces the production of substances that cause inflammation, and increases the production of substances that reduce inflammation. Low doses of prednisolone act as an anti-inflammatory, while high doses suppress the immune system. High doses can also raise sodium levels and lower potassium levels.
When to interrupt dosage
The advised measure of Rayos is contingent upon the recognized condition, comprising of Malignant Lymphomas, Thyroiditis and Tuberculosis Meningitis. The magnitude of dose fluctuates, depending on the method of delivery (e.g. Oral or Solution, concentrate) indicated in the table below.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Epicondylitis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
acquired immune hemolytic anemia
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Psoriasis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Polymyositis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Ophthalmia, Sympathetic
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Asthma
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Berylliosis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Thyroiditis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Acute Coryza
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Iritis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Giant Cell Arteritis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Disseminated tuberculosis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Serum Sickness
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Allergic corneal marginal ulcers
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Loeffler's syndrome
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
acute Bursitis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Drug Allergy
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Hypoxemia
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Bronchiolitis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Solution, Oral, Solution - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Kit
Warnings
Rayos has two provisos and should be avoided when encountering the conditions outlined in the following table.Rayos ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Mycoses
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Prednisone may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Rayos Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abatacept
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Abatacept.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Abetimus.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Acteoside.
Rayos Toxicity & Overdose RiskHaving too much prednisone over a long period of time can cause a variety of side effects, such as mental confusion, weight gain, acne, abnormal fat deposits, excessive sweating, changes in skin pigmentation, and increased appetite. Additionally, it can cause a number of other issues, including high blood pressure, difficulty healing wounds and bones, ulcers, weakened immune system, and irregular heartbeat.
Rayos Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Rayos?
70 active trials are currently being conducted to assess the utility of Rayos for Adrenal Cortex Hormone Regulation, Disseminated Tuberculosis and Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Thyrotoxicosis
0 Actively Recruiting
exfoliative erythroderma
0 Actively Recruiting
Brain
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Early Phase 1
anterior eye segment inflammation
0 Actively Recruiting
acute Multiple sclerosis exacerbation
0 Actively Recruiting
Diuresis
0 Actively Recruiting
Herpes zoster disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Hypoxemia
6 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3
Disease
18 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 3, Phase 1
Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
prophylaxis of graves ophthalmopathy
0 Actively Recruiting
Thyroiditis
0 Actively Recruiting
Malignant Lymphomas
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1
Acute Coryza
0 Actively Recruiting
Seborrheic dermatitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bursitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Serum Sickness
0 Actively Recruiting
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
0 Actively Recruiting
Takayasu Arteritis (TAK)
0 Actively Recruiting
Crohn Disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Rayos Reviews: What are patients saying about Rayos?
5Patient Review
7/31/2019 I was diagnosed with Polymyalgia rheumatica and my doctor recommended Rayos. It's an affordable medication that has helped me a lot. I started with 10mg per day for a few days, then tapered down to 5mg which is what I take now. Almost been a year and I haven't had any problems!
4.7Patient Review
2/4/2018 This medication has alleviated the pain in my feet; however, it is worth noting that one of the side effects is weight gain.
4Patient Review
12/30/2012 Rayos was the first prednisone steroid that I've tried that actually worked for me. Within an hour of taking my first pill, I started feeling relief from my symptoms. I take it every day at lunchtime and have been happy with the results so far.
2.3Patient Review
1/19/2017 Though easy to apply, this treatment made my symptoms worse. I'm now also experiencing more joint pain--not sure if the two are related.
1.7Patient Review
4/20/2019 I tried Rayos for eight days, but I didn't feel any better. In fact, the medication made me worse. So, I went back to taking predisone (which is much cheaper and just as effective).
1Patient Review
4/21/2016 I unfortunately experienced weight gain and shaking as a result of this medication. I have gained 8 pounds in one month, which is very concerning to me given that I am diabetic.
Patient Q&A Section about rayos
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.Does RAYOS make you sleepy?
"Symptoms you may experience include weakness, weight loss, nausea, muscle pain, headache, tiredness, and dizziness."
Answered by AI
What is the difference between prednisone and RAYOS?
"Rayos is a delayed-release form of prednisone, meaning that it takes around four hours for the anti-inflammatory effects to kick in. There are generic forms of prednisone available, but none of them are delayed-release."
Answered by AI
Why is RAYOS taken at night?
"Rayos does not work the same as immediate-release prednisone. Taking Rayos before bed at night allows it to work when cytokines, cells in the immune system, start to increase."
Answered by AI
What is the drug RAYOS used for?
"Rayos is a corticosteroid used to treat many different conditions by reducing inflammation or suppressing the immune system. These conditions include allergies, skin diseases, stomach and intestinal disorders, blood diseases, eye problems, nerve diseases, kidney diseases, respiratory diseases, rheumatologic diseases, and organ transplantation."
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