Prednisone Questions (Page 19)

Can you get a cortisone shot while taking oral prednisone?

Hives and prednisone, hydroxyzine, Pepcid. How much is too much and side effects?

My daughter has had hives for 6 days now. Taking prednisone and Benadryl. The hives got better then worse. The itching is unbearable. Called back the doctor and he increased prednisone to 10 days, tapering off the last few. Added hydroxyzine and Pepcid. She needs to go to work and college classes... read more

I was taking 40 mg prednisone split in 2 doses am/pm. How to transition to taking all once a day?

I was prescribed prednisone 40 mg for severe asthma flare/cough. It is a 12 day taper down. I was taking 40 mg prednisone split in 2 doses am/pm. I just thought it would be more beneficial this way? Provide more relief throughout the 24-hour period? I am wondering if it may be better to take the... read more

Is it safe to go off prednisone after just taking it for 3 days - 50mg for 2 days and 40mg 3rd day?

What is the difference between METHYLprednisolone and just predniSOLone (no methyl in front)?

Side effects after prednisone?

I quit taking prednisone 10 after taking 8 pills over two days because I developed a rash. That was 4 days ago. I feel I am developing withdrawal problems with very low blood sugar and extreme fatigue. Is that possible after such a short time on them?

When to take prednisone 5mg if I miss a dose?

Today was my first time taking the prednisone 5 mg. I did take a dosage at breakfast Saturday morning but I forgot to take the dosage for lunch and supper and bedtime so can you please tell me what to do if I miss a dosage and where to start from I won’t to know do I just go on and take the... read more

Long term use of prednisone?

I have found i like the way prednisone makes me have energy. i seem more alert, i don’t have any pains. I have been self medicating with prednisone for over 15 years. I have a learned to come up with different stories every few months for my doctor, ear aches, arthritis acting up etc. this... read more

Can Prednisone cause a headache?

I've had shingles and my doctor gave me 40 mg. daily of prednisone along with Valtrex. I've only been taking the prednisone for 2 1/2 days and I've got an awful headache. Since I've only been taking it a short time do I have to taper off? I've been taking the Valtrex for... read more

Hydrocortisone and allergic reactions?

My daughter has been showing allergic reactions to her hydrocortisone for 2 years. Bad headaches & itching eyes upon taking a tablet. She has hypopituritsm. Her doctor put her on prednisone which does not seem to be working. We cannot find anything in all brand ingredients which it could be.... read more

Can prednisone and oxycodone be used together?

Can prednisone and oxycodone be taken together. I have selling in ankles, foot and legs on both sides.

Who should I see when my current rheumatologist I unable to help me?

My gait was fine before prednisone 20mg for four months but after weening off several more months I can barely walk and my legs feel like I have weights around my ankles. What did the prednisone do to cause this condition?

Take prednisone with Brilinta?

Can you take 20 mg of prednisone day for 5 days while on Brilinta? Injured my foot, strained muscle and need prednisone help heal quicker. Like to make sure no interactions and nit affect the Brilinta. Any helpful information be appreciated

What were your experiences with prednisone?

If you have used prednisone for lower back or pelvic joint pain, what was your experience like? In my case, surgery, spinal injections, medications, and physical therapy have only been of marginal help.

Prednisone 20 mg tabs. I'm not sure If I take all pills p/d at one time or different times p/d?

As directed orally three tablets daily times three days, two tablets daily times three days one tablet daily times three days total of 90 days 18 pills.as directed orally three tablets daily times three days, two tablets daily times three days one tablet daily times three days total of 90 days 18... read more