Prednisolone

Prednisolone 2015-11-23 Person 3 5 0

I was diagnosed with sarcoidosis of the lymph glands in 2011, since then have been taking prednisolone since then in varying doses form 60mg per day down to 5mg per day. I have struggled with weight gain and emotional problems which are know side effects although in my case without this drug my calcium levels made me feel even worse. The only piece of advice / warning is be aware when changing the dosage either up or down it takes at least three weeks to take effect. And however you feel don't just stop taking it..

Prednisolone 2015-02-02 Person 5 5 0

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Prednisolone 2015-01-28 Person 5 5 0

I think it saves lives, but I realise you should not keep taking it , you must gradually come off. Then it will help again if you need it.

Prednisolone 2015-01-24 Person 4 5 0

I woke up one morning but was in great pain and found it very difficult to get out of bed. I booked an appointment with my GP at my local Carcroft Surgery. The doctor immediately suspected Polymyalgia Rheumatica which is Rheumatic pain in the joints, mainly affecting the hips, neck and shoulders. I was asked to go back for blood tests which confirmed the Doctor's suspicions. I started to take Prednisolone and within days the pain had gone. I started on 30mg but after 12 months started to reduce the dosage. Apparently you're not supposed to stay on a high dose for as long as I did but I wasn't told to start reducing as soon as possible. It was only an appointment with a Rheumatologist at Doncaster Infirmary who advised me to start reducing the dosage. I did experience weight gain, bloated face and irritability - all of which are known side effects.