{"id":627775,"date":"2024-04-14T15:46:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-14T19:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=627775"},"modified":"2025-12-08T10:30:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T15:30:41","slug":"prednisone-over-the-counter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-over-the-counter\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you buy prednisone over the counter?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/steroids.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medication<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that is used to treat various conditions that involve inflammation, such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">severe <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/allergy-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, severe <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">skin conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/ulcerative-colitis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ulcerative colitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/multiple-sclerosis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">multiple <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sclerosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/arthritis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rheumatoid arthritis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and many others. You may hear <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> referred to as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corticosteroid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glucocorticoid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is sometimes referred to by the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brand name<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deltasone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is only available as a generic medication in the United States. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\/what-is\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is only available by prescription and is not available <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over the counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You will need a prescription from a licensed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare professional<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to obtain this medication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:6849,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;9&quot;:1,&quot;10&quot;:2,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:0},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=CONCATENATE(R[0]C[-2],R[0]C[-3],R[0]C[-1])\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-get-prednisone-over-the-counter\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you get <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over the counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not available <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over the counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is only available as a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription drug<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To get <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you will need a prescription from a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is associated with various warnings and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, some of which can be very serious. People who take <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must be closely monitored by their <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\t\t<div id=\"coupon-cta\" class=\"coupon-cta master-template\">\n\t\t\t<p id=\"headline\">Save up to 80% on Prednisone with SingleCare<\/p>\n\t\t\t<p id=\"subheadline\">Different pharmacies offer different prices for the same medication. 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However, some types of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are considered safe for use without a prescription.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocortisone-max-st\/what-is#\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrocortisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> creams and ointments are available <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They can be applied topically to affected skin for mild skin rashes and itching.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allergy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aaaai.org\/tools-for-the-public\/conditions-library\/allergies\/triamcinolone-nasal-spray\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nasal sprays<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contain a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Examples include <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/flonase-allergy-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flonase<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (fluticasone), Rhinocort (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/budesonide\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budesonide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/nasacort-allergy-24hr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nasacort Allergy Spray<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (triamcinolone).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, even <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corticosteroids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have specific warnings to be aware of. Before using an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, check with your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or pharmacist to make sure the product is appropriate and safe for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"risks-and-danger-of-over-the-counter-prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risks and danger of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over-the-counter<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A licensed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must issue a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prescription. Stay away from websites that advertise <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> availability without a prescription. You should not <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buy prednisone online<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> unless you have a prescription from a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and you use a licensed pharmacy. You should never share <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription medications<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms. What is safe for one person may not be safe for another person. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dosage of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> varies depending on individual factors and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Depending on the duration or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dose of prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it may be necessary to taper the medication gradually rather than abruptly stop it. What\u2019s more, there are many potential warnings and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, that can occur with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/drugs\/20469-prednisone-tablets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatigue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appetite increase\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headache<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nausea<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trouble sleeping<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can include, but are not limited to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic reactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (if you have symptoms of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hives<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, trouble breathing, or swelling, get emergency medical help)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Problems with the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adrenal<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gland<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/hypertension-treatments-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/normal-blood-glucose-levels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood sugar<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/osteoporosis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Osteoporosis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/glaucoma-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glaucoma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (increased pressure of the eye, which can lead to vision loss and blindness)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">risk of infection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (due to the medication\u2019s effect on the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">immune system<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Behavioral and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mood changes<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including hostility, depression, anxiety, mood swings, and thoughts of suicide<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach bleeding<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling of the hands, feet, and ankles<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see, many <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serious side effects<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may occur as a result of taking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you were to take <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> without a prescription, you could put yourself in danger. A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> prescription should be issued by a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, who will closely monitor you during treatment, and filled at a licensed and reputable pharmacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-similar-to-prednisone-over-the-counter\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is similar to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over the counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there is no exact <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> substitute for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prednisone<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, there may be some options that can help with your symptoms, depending on what you are experiencing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s always best to check with your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or pharmacist before trying a medication for the first time, even if it\u2019s <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over the counter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This precaution is important to address potential <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug interactions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Always tell your doctor about all of your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical conditions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including if you are pregnant or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breastfeeding<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be sure to tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medicines, vitamins, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/diet-supplements-can-interact-medications\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">supplements<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before using an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medication, you should always read the label and make sure you understand how to use it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that while <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medication may help manage mild or moderate symptoms, you may need to see a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for severe and persistent symptoms, which may require prescription-strength treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some examples of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> medications that may be used to manage certain types of inflammation:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can try an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> nasal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">steroid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as Flonase (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fluticasone-propionate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fluticasone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) for an allergy-related stuffy nose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For itchy skin, apply a topical <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/hydrocortisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hydrocortisone cream<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the affected area.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For pain and inflammation, you can try an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OTC<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/nsaids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NSAID<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/aleve\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aleve<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (naproxen) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/motrin-ib\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motrin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ibuprofen<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You can also try a topical NSAID treatment such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/voltaren-arthritis-pain\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Voltaren Arthritis Pain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a local anesthetic patch such as lidocaine, or a heat patch.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, remember that it\u2019s best to consult a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare provider<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for an appropriate diagnosis, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical advice<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and a treatment plan individualized to your conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prednisone is a steroid medication that is used to treat various conditions that involve inflammation, such as severe allergies, severe skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and many others. 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