I took Delaney to the doctor yesterday and she has croup. He prescribed Orapred which is a steroid. She'll only be on it for 3 days.

Has anyone ever given their child steroids? I'm a little hesitant to do it. The doctor said it's really the only medication that will get rid of the croup. Otherwise, it's hot steam and cool mist ony.

He said she will probably become irritable, ancy and maybe nasty if I give her the steroids. I filled the prescription, but have not given her the medication.

Any advice or experience with this medication?