Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with
the NHS website.
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Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything
from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit.
You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website,
or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.
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Taking Prednisolone With Other Medicines And Herbal SupplementsNHS medicines information on possible interactions with prednisolone and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.Cautions with other medicinesThere are many medicines that can affect the way prednisolone works, or increase the risk of side effects. It's very important you check a medicine is safe to take with prednisolone before you start taking it. This includes anti-inflammatory painkillers such as ibuprofen and aspirin. Mixing prednisolone with herbal remedies or supplementsThere's very little information about taking herbal remedies and supplements with prednisolone. It's not possible to say that herbal remedies and supplements are safe to take with prednisolone. They're not tested in the same way as pharmacy and prescription medicines.
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OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic. | ![](/images/spacer.gif) |
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