It is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, gland (endocrine) disorders, and conditions that affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system, or blood cells

It can cause fluid retention, dizziness, changes in your menstural cycle, headache, muscle pain, stomach discomfort etc.

It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug