Steroid Questions (Page 3)

Is severe leg and ankle pain normal when coming off steroids?

I have been on prednisone for about 2 weeks and took last dose 2 days ago.Having edema in ankles and extreme pain in ankles and knees

Mucinex D - Does mucinex have steroids in it?

How long does it take to get oral steroids out of your system?

I took 60 mg of Prednisone for 10 days, then 30 mg for 3 days, 20mg for 2, 10mg for 1. How long before the meds are totally out of my system, and the side effects stop?

Is it normal to prescribe steroids for a tooth that is dying?

My dentist filled a large cavity last week and told me it was close to the nerve. Five days later I started having sensitivity and pain off and on. I went in to the office and she put me on steroids and a z-pack. The pain is getting worse and I had to start taking Tylenol with codeine that she also... read more

Does polymyalgia rheumatica recur?

Does polymyalgia rheumatica recur? I had it 5 years ago and endured many months of misery. Also got a cataract from the steroids. Now my upper arm muscles are getting sore again. Same time of year, same location (southern Arizona).

Does mupirocin ointment, usp 2% have steroids in it?

Do inhalers contain steroids?

Do albuterol inhaler's contain steroids?

Is "triamcinolone acetone cream, 0.1%" a stronger steroid than "hydrocortisone 1% cream" and can it?

Is "triamcinolone acetone cream, 0.1%" a stronger steroid than "hydrocortisone 1% cream" and can it be used to treat protruding or prolapsed hemorrhoids even though "triamcinolone" was not intended to be used as a hemorrhoidal treatment? In particular would... read more

Will Zilretta work for bursitis in my hips?

I have bursitis in both hips which leaves me almost crippled. Steroid injections are only lasting 5 weeks at this point so my pain management doctor suggested Zilretta injections. Will they work?

How long should I wait giving my Prolia shot after my steroid injection of my back?

Can I use Mupirocin my swollen lips?

I had a bad reaction lips which had blisters before. After taking a steroid medication, the bilsters are gone but my lips are still swollen and irritated. I was given Mupirocin prescription from my doctor; however, this drug should avoid mouth area. I wonder whether I can use it on my lips or not.... read more

Similar cream to Kenacomb(centacomb) cream but without steroid?

I have been prescribed different cream like Travocort, Elomet, Zarin by dermatologist for fungus infection. None of them work except Kenacomb(Centacomb) Cream. However, it is also steroid based. Is there any similar cream with that but without steroid. I know the component are: Nystatin,... read more

I've had shingles 10 weeks and no treatment has given any relief to date?

After Valtrex & Medrol initally I have had Gabapentin, 300mg TID x 2 months Lidoderm patches that did not stick to my skin, T3-4-5 steroid injection, C7 epidural, a 5 ingredient cream with clondine that caused incoherent speach and light headiness. Has anyone tried starting a Zovirax dsage... read more

Is ipratropium bromide a steroid?

Dermovate versus eumovate?

I have bullous pemphigoid and have to apply topical steroid ointment daily. The one I am supposed to use is dermovate (Clobetasol proppionate) which pharmacists are finding increasingly difficult to obtain. I have just noticed that I have been supplied with eumovate ointment (clobetasone butyrate).... read more