Prednisone for Fibromyalgia User Reviews (Page 3)

• missj
• June 28, 2023

"I have been unable to get a clear answer from my doctor. I have all the fibro symptoms. Prednisone is awesome for my symptoms. I have told the doctor before they go away when I am on steroids. I feel normal. No tiredness, pain, stiffness, nausea... And especially when I take Bomfed, which is a liquid prescription version of antihistamine. Histamine is a big issue for me. I am noticing a big difference in my body depending on what I eat. Pasta, rice, carbs, oh my god, I can't stay awake. I feel weak, in pain, and sick. I'm so tired of feeling this way and no definite answers. Our rheumatologist offices here don't treat fibromyalgia. So tired of feeling this way."

• Gaffney
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 23, 2020

"Prednisone does help me, I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia for years. My rheumatologist said however that prednisone would help if I did in fact have fibromyalgia. Then ordered a slew of new tests not sure that they picked up anything other than low vitamin D"

• Ann
• Taken for 10 years or more
• August 18, 2020

"I have Sjogrens Syndrome, Fibromylagia and Raynauds. I have taken Prednisone Oral Solution (Roxane Westward) for over 22 years. It worked very well. Unfortunately, when I picked up my new prescription, I experienced a red rash on my chin, and facial swelling. My Prednisone dose has not changed (5mg/ml alternating with 2,5 mg/5ml) My rheumatologist thinks that I am reacting to a new binder in the medication, or that they have increased the amount of propylene glycol in the medication. (??) Just curious - Has anyone else had an allergic reaction to the new Prednisone Oral Solution made by Hikma? Thank-you."

• Andri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2021

"For years nobody could diagnose me. I have been to physical rehabilitation for 2.5 years and have got so baaddd that could not walk neither raise my hands anymore. So I had a leftover prednisone and it definitely helped with pain. But of course it won't be prescribed for fibromyalgia, which sucks because it definitely works. More researches are needed."

• Diane
• December 16, 2019

"I have psoriatic arthritis (PSA), the first time I saw a new rheumatologist she did a touch test and asked some questions. She said I have Fibro, no I don’t. She wants blood and X-ray, she’ll get it and when I tell her this 10mg a day is not working. She better start treating me for what I have psa!!!"

• Linny
• September 5, 2021

"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia about 12 years ago and largely managed on paracetamol. 4 years ago after finishing my chemo for ovarian cancer I was diagnosed With PMR and had to go on prednisone 15 mg tapering down. It’s taken 4 years to try and get off them, as I have to keep going up again. My rheumatologist said she thinks My PMR is in remission, however now I’m in pain all the time with my neck, hips, upper Arms making it difficult to turn over in bed, feet so painful makes walking difficult, Etc. Now I have to weigh up risks of steroids with quality of life without. Oh, I live in UK but when spent sometime in Spain could buy them over the counter in Pharmacy for few euro’s. In UK they have to be prescribed."

• amber
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2024

"I was put on a taper down prednisone pack for an upper respiratory infection. During the treatment, I noticed a marked improvement in my symptoms of fibromyalgia. I had no pain at all, even before I took my Cymbalta and Lyrica. Yes, I'm eating everything in sight but I've been able to be more active because I don't hurt. I plan on addressing this with my primary healthcare provider. I, too, work in healthcare. I am at a med cart for 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week. Sometimes I had to stop and rest because of the stabbing pain in my joints and terrible muscle spasms. Not now. I dread when my prednisone treatment is finished. I'm sure I will go back to being in pain."

• ccdny
• January 20, 2011

"I am taking Prednisone for Fibromyalgia (20mg twice a week) together with 60mg of Cymbalta (once a day) and have been 98% pain-free for nearly a year."

• blueb...
• January 14, 2010

"I am surprised there was no one here taking prednisone for fibromyalgia. I take this and 500mg of naproxen daily and am almost pain-free."

• fromk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 23, 2016

"Incredible change 1st day after taking. More energy, less pain. Could barely get uo or down stairs before...now no problems."

• Deb
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 6, 2017

"I'm on Prednisone for a deep sinus infection and fluid behind my ears. But!!!! It is also truly helping a huge flare up in my legs from fibromyalgia !!!!!"

• almost...
• June 26, 2015

"only concern- prolonged use. (generic form)"

• Len...
• April 23, 2018

"Helped take my pain away in 3 Days!"

• Eri
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 30, 2019

"I was so hopeful that prednisone would help my pain that I have from fibromyalgia...but it gradually made it worse :( apparently that happens in some people, unfortunately?"

• Thick
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 13, 2018

"Almost all joints ache ing especially the knees"

• 321boom
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 29, 2023

"I have taken prednisone when I was flaring with great success. I also had hip bursitis and severe lower back pain. Without prednisone during that time, I would have been bedridden."