Prednisolone is a corticosteroid that is often used in pediatrics. Hyperglycemia, insomnia, and GI upset are relatively common adverse effects.

Ibuprofen is a commonly used OTC pain reliever. It is classified as an NSAID and can increase GI bleed risk and exacerbate heart failure.

Aceon is the brand name for perindopril. ACE inhibitors are well known to cause drug induced cough and will cause hyperkalemia.

Trazodone is classified as an antidepressant but is frequently used to treat insomnia because of its sedative properties.

Pioglitazone is an oral anti-diabetes medication that should be avoided in patients with heart failure.

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