{"id":629502,"date":"2024-08-19T13:04:23","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T17:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=629502"},"modified":"2026-06-11T15:21:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T11:21:10","slug":"does-prednisone-help-cough","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/does-prednisone-help-cough\/","title":{"rendered":"Does prednisone help a cough?"},"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 prescription oral <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/corticosteroids\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corticosteroid<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> used for a wide variety of medical conditions, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/rheumatoid-arthritis-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rheumatoid arthritis<\/span><\/a><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;\">, and allergic reactions. In some cases, healthcare providers may prescribe a short course of prednisone to help with a lingering or persistent cough that is not resolving on its own. In these instances, steroids may help with coughs by decreasing inflammation in the lungs and airways.<\/span><\/p>\n\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, in some cases, prednisone, as an anti-inflammatory drug, can help relieve a cough that is caused or exacerbated by inflammation in the lungs. In these situations, prednisone can reduce the swelling in the lungs and calm the airways, which helps reduce coughing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare professionals may prescribe prednisone for a cough, often in combination with other medications, in situations such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exacerbation of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/asthma-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">asthma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including wheezing or shortness of breath<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A flare-up of lung disease, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/copd-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chronic obstructive pulmonary disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/emphysema-vs-copd\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emphysema<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cough that occurs after a virus, such as COVID<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A cough that has not improved with other treatments<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, prednisone is not appropriate for all types of coughs. If you have a cold or flu with a mild cough, your healthcare provider will not typically prescribe a steroid. If your cough is associated with a bacterial infection, such as bacterial <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/pneumonia-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pneumonia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/sinus-infection-symptoms\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sinusitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/bronchitis-vs-pneumonia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bronchitis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, your healthcare provider will likely prescribe <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-do-antibiotics-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antibiotics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014and they may or may not prescribe a steroid, depending on the type and severity of your symptoms. Prednisone does not directly suppress a cough or treat a bacterial infection, and because there are many possible side effects associated with steroids, healthcare providers will weigh the risks and benefits carefully before deciding to prescribe one.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-dosage-for-coughs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone dosage for coughs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone has many uses, and there is no standard <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\/dosage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dosage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> specifically approved for treating a cough.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthcare providers typically prescribe prednisone as a short course and will often recommend a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-withdrawal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tapering schedule<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014this is because stopping prednisone abruptly can cause adrenal gland problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since there is no exact dosage guideline for coughs, your dose may vary. A typical course of prednisone treatment may start with a higher dose of 40 to 60 mg per day, followed by a gradual decrease every day or every few days, tapering down to a lower dose of 5 mg or 10 mg, before stopping. The length of treatment will vary based on your symptoms, medical history, and response to treatment. In some cases, healthcare providers may prescribe a short course of prednisone without tapering, especially if treatment lasts just a few days.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, instead of prednisone, healthcare providers may prescribe a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/methylprednisolone-vs-prednisone\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medrol dose pack<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which contains methylprednisolone\u2014a similar oral steroid. This pack contains the medicine in a convenient prepackaged taper, where the patient takes six tablets on the first day, five on the second, and so on, for a total of six days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-does-prednisone-take-to-work-for-cough-relief\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does prednisone take to work for cough relief?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It varies. Once you take a dose of prednisone by mouth, it starts working quickly, reaching its maximum effects within two hours. However, depending on what is causing the cough and how severe it is, it may take a few days for the medicine to reduce swelling in the lungs and for you to start noticing cough relief.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your cough is associated with a bacterial infection, your healthcare provider will likely also prescribe an antibiotic. These treatments also take some time to work, so it may take a few days before you notice an improvement in symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is always important to take prednisone exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not stop taking it abruptly or change your dose without medical advice. If you have any questions or concerns, or if your cough gets worse or does not improve after a few days, check in with your primary care provider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-side-effects\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone side effects<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone can cause <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/druginfo\/meds\/a601102.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">side effects<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\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;\">Trouble sleeping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dizziness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mood and personality changes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acne<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thin skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red and purple blotches under the skin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowed wound healing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased hair growth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiredness\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weakness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in menstrual periods<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased libido<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heartburn<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased sweating<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone is also associated with more severe side effects, which are more likely if you take prednisone at higher doses or for a long time, such as weight gain, increased blood sugar, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/osteoporosis-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">osteoporosis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/glaucoma-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glaucoma<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and immune system suppression.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is not a full list of side effects, and others may occur. You can read more about the side effects of prednisone <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-side-effects\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"who-should-not-take-prednisone-for-a-cough\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who should not take prednisone for a cough<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK534809\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">not take prednisone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are allergic to prednisone or any ingredient in the medicine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have a fungal infection in your body<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While taking prednisone, you should not get certain types of vaccines called live vaccines. Check with your healthcare provider before getting any vaccines while taking prednisone.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are considering taking prednisone, be sure your healthcare provider is aware of all the medications you take as well as any medical conditions you have, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thyroid conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Previous or current infections, including bacterial, viral, or fungal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye problems such as glaucoma or cataracts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immune system conditions such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/hiv-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HIV<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, AIDS, or Kaposi sarcoma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach problems such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/conditions\/ulcer-treatment-and-medications\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peptic ulcer disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/diverticulosis-vs-diverticulitis\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diverticulitis<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy or breastfeeding<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"prednisone-alternatives-for-cough\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone alternatives for cough<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there are many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/prednisone-alternatives\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alternatives<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for prednisone in general, not all of the alternatives are used specifically for a cough. Healthcare providers may consider other oral steroids such as dexamethasone or methylprednisone, or an inhaled corticosteroid such as a fluticasone inhaler. Benzonatate is a popularly prescribed medicine used to suppress a cough, but it is not a steroid. Promethazine is an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/antihistamines\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antihistamine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that is available alone as well as in combination with other drugs such as dextromethorphan (a non-opioid cough suppressant) or codeine (an opioid cough suppressant).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h2 id=\"prescription-cough-medicine-comparison\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"title\">Prescription cough medicine comparison<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"header-row\">\n<td><b>Drug name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Type of drug<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Average retail price<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Average SingleCare price<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Savings options<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral steroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-unc-price\">$11.91<\/span>\u00a0for 10, 20 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-pharmacy-price\">$6.31 at Kroger<\/span> for 10, 20 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/prednisone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prednisone coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dexamethasone\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral steroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$30 for 10, 4 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5 for 10, 4 mg tablets at Walmart<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/dexamethasone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dexamethasone coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methylprednisolone\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral steroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-unc-price\">$18.77<\/span>\u00a0for one dose pack of 21, 4 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-pharmacy-price\">$8.80 at Walmart<\/span> for one dose pack of 21, 4 mg tablets<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/methylprednisolone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methylprednisolone coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluticasone HFA inhaler<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhaled steroid<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-unc-price\">$200.63<\/span> for one, 110 mcg inhaler<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-pharmacy-price\">$171.69 at Walgreens<\/span> for one, 110 mcg inhaler<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/fluticasone-propionate-hfa\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fluticasone HFA coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benzonatate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cough suppressant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-unc-price\">$33.28<\/span>\u00a0for 30, 100 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class=\"scdp scdp-pharmacy-price\">$13.24 at Kroger<\/span> for 30, 100 mg capsules<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/benzonatate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benzonatate coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promethazine DM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine\/non-opioid cough suppressant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$38 for one, 4-ounce bottle<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5 for one, 4-ounce bottle at Kroger<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/promethazine-dm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promethazine DM coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promethazine with codeine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antihistamine\/opioid cough suppressant<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$23 for one, 4-ounce bottle<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$15 for one, 4-ounce bottle at CVS<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a class=\"cta-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/prescription\/promethazine-codeine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promethazine with codeine coupons<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/mucinex-alternatives\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mucinex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (guaifenesin) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/delsym-vs-robitussin-dm\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robitussin DM<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (dextromethorphan\/guaifenesin) can be used to treat coughs, especially when prescription treatment is not needed. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist which medicine is appropriate for you based on individual factors such as the type of cough (wet or dry cough), medical conditions you have, and any medications you take. This is especially important if you take <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/drug-classes\/antidepressants\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">antidepressants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or other medicines that affect serotonin levels, as combining them with the cough suppressant dextromethorphan may increase the risk of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/serotonin-syndrome-symptoms\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serotonin syndrome<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"bottom-line\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While prednisone can effectively manage certain types of coughs, it\u2019s important to consult a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. Understanding the underlying cause of your cough is essential for determining the most appropriate course of action.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prednisone is a prescription oral corticosteroid used for a wide variety of medical conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and allergic reactions. In some cases, healthcare providers may prescribe a short course of prednisone to help with a lingering or persistent cough that is not resolving on its own. 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