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Corticosteroids for Lupus
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Depending on the drug, steroids may be given Reference intravenously Opens New Window, as pills, as an injection, or applied to the skin in a cream or ointment.
High doses of prednisone may be used for short periods of time. The dose is then gradually reduced.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 10, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Reference Nancy Ann Shadick, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine, Rheumatology |
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