Prednisone Questions (Page 10)

I was prescribed 50mg of Prednisone for a cough due to the flu-- side effects?

Good evening, I had a terrible cold from the 7th of January and it came with fevers, no sneezing and a horrible cough. The fever since left but that cough is not only present, but draining. I am asthmatic (and normally have attacks with triggers: food allergies - - tree nuts, any and all seafood,... read more

Does prednisone elevate blood pressure?

I take 5 mg prednisone per day. This week the doctor has prescribed mega doses for a condition. My blood pressure is elevated. 166/90. I am 85 year old female

What is the difference between the prednisone pills and the shot and which is better and how long?

... does the shot last and what is the side effects of the shot? I took the shot today and got a really bad headache. and I normally take the pills and I was just wondering what the difference was?

Can you divide your predisone twice a day, I'm taking 3x3 2x3 1x3 20mg. I want to know?

if its ok to take one dose in morning the other in late afternoon or evening.

Polymyalgia Rheumatica - is prednisone the only drug of choice for this condition?

I joined this support group for my husband, he his on prednisone but we were wondering if this was all there is for this condition? Prednisone is a wonder drug but it too can have problems.

If I have to take 10 mg of prednisone for the rest of my life, what can I do to help my body?

I get severe flares. I've had them for years but over the past year I had two flares per month. Finally, the doctors told me, it is safer for me to stay on a low constant dose, than going up and down. I tried 5 mg. And within a week got a flare. The flares feel like I got run over by a bus!! The... read more

I've had a rash for over 2 months and it's getting worse?

I've had a rash for over 2 months now. It looks like very tiny red raised bumps all over, and they are very itchy. At first they were all over my legs, but after seeing a doctor and being prescribed prednisone it went away and I felt so relieved. Unfortunately, a few days after I finished my... read more

How do I relieve itching and rash associated with reaction to prednisone?

I have been taking prednisone to alleviate giant cell arteritis. I have developed a very itchy rash. I am unable to stop the itching? What are your suggestions for controlling or eliminating the rash and the itching?

Prednisone makes me feel tired and fatigued?

I was prescribed Prednisone 30mg for three days 20MG for three days and 10mg for another 3 for poison ivy. I'm on my third day and I can't function. I have no desire to even get out of bed. Work has been so hard. Should I be concerned?

Taking prednisone for severe itching and rash, but it's not working?

Can I stop taking 20mg of prednisone after one day of use?

I was prescribed prednisone (20mg) for my asthma and I took my first dosage yesterday. The side affects are awful and I plan to go to my doctor in a week since I have an appointment scheduled. Is it possible to stop taking prednisone if I only took it for a day without tapering down? It’s such a l... read more

Can I take Benadryl while prescribed prednisone for an allergic reaction to something?

I started prednisone today. Was told to take 3 10mg for 3 days, 2 for 3 days then 1 for 3 days. I just started it today but the rash/hives has not subsided. It’s now moving to my neck & face which was not effected before.

Prednisone side effect duration?

About seven weeks ago, I was given a 4 mg Medrol Dosepak (6 days) for costochondritis. The week I took it, I had no issues at all. It didn't help my inflammation, but didn't seem to hurt either. HOWEVER! A few days after the last dose, my face started feeling very flush and I even registered a low... read more

Can prednisone cause a fever?

Does prednisone increase urination?