Prednisone 50 mg for 5 Days - Used For- Side Effects - Taper?

[@roybeckerman9253]

Apart from some of the side effects you mentioned, it also caused major muscle damage to the thighs, which makes walking very painful and difficult. It’s been like that for over a year now, with no signs of improving , but in fact getting worse. That’s from 2x50ml tablets per day, for a couple of months for asthma.

[@mikem8246]

I took upwards to 100 mg for an aggressive form of uveitis. My ophthalmologist prescribed 60 mg as my starting dose. I was allowed to increase my prednisone dose "as tolerated" until the eye inflammation responded. I thought my tolerance for 100 mg was good. Uveitis can cause blindness so a high dose of prednisone was warranted. The strange side effect I had was euphoria. I told my ophthalmologist how great I felt on 100 mg because I had no need for sleep anymore. I also believed my left eye was a "lost cause" because I couldn't see anything with my left eye. When my ophthalmologist asked me if I could take more than 100 mg, I explained that I was feeling great and I "didn't care" that I was blind in my left eye. I was surprised when my ophthalmologist said that I was feeling "too good" and needed to taper my dose down. I have multiple autoimmune conditions besides uveitis. I took prednisone for decades but not anymore. My usual daily dose was between 20 and 30 mg. Do you have any thoughts about splitting the dose? Instead of taking my whole dose in the morning, I took 2/3 of my total dose in the a.m. and 1/3 in the p.m. Splitting my dose worked much better for me.

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Hi @mikem8246! Dr. Megan has created an article that might be of help in your condition about "How To Take Prednisone", you can read and watch it here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/how-to-take-prednisone/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at prednisonepharmacist.com/ Hope this helps! - Dr. Megan's Assistant

[@gxkulshiv]

I’m on 80mg Prednisone, for eight days for an ear infection that led to a sudden SNHL. I have started tapering it off now after eight days as there was a dramatic improvement in my hearing’

[@tiffanym4039]

Currently on 60 for the same thing. No restoration yet. Doing intra tympanic injections next week 😢

[@InderSingh-kr2bl]

I'm (24m) taking 50mg prednisone for sudden sensorineural hearing loss, 5 days. Overall the treatment felt fine, and I restored some of my hearing back (took treatment after around 2 weeks of initial symptoms). I had to go on 50mg 7 days after three days of ceasing treatment, and my hearing felt as close to normal as possible after this treatment. Fortunately, no side effects, but coming off of it sucked. Definitely felt like I had covid.

[@tiffanym4039]

Taking it for same thing right now. I’m hoping to restore my hearing.

[@InderSingh-kr2bl]

@@tiffanym4039 I wish you all the best. Ever since this comment, I've been focusing more on lifestyle, on the off chance that other things would fix it. For some odd reason, a wedge pillow for my neck and back had been helping a lot, and also no longer using ear plugs at night to sleep.

[@Lancer78x]

100mg s day for five days during chemotherapy.

[@antares5683]

Dr. Megan, my endo gave me prednisone to wake my adrenals properly, it started with 7.5 mg for three week then stop for 7days, then 5mg again for 3 week, 1 week stop then now im on my last 2.5 mg, but i experienced a lot of morning anxiety and my digestive issues came back, do you think her tapering is correct?

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Dr. Megan has created a blog about "How to Taper Prednisone plus a Free Printable Taper Chart", you can read and watch it here: prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/how-to-taper-prednisone/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at prednisonepharmacist.com/ Hope this helps! - Dr. Megan's Assistant

[@cheriedavies6116]

Oh my the doctor at the er just gave my 10 year old a dose at the hospital and sent us home with 50mg for 5 days. My kid is having very bad allergies/ breathing issues. He’s a big kid 110 now I’m scared

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

If he’s having very bad allergies and breathing issues, then the benefits of treatment may outweigh the risks for him.

[@zootybeano]

I always carry an extra 100mg when traveling, in case I get sudden GCA on top of PMR and cant access immediate care.

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

What a great idea!

[@tuanapham8379]

Yes I did use before prednisone

[@vlone586]

im taking prednisone once a day for 5 days for my hives

[@kevincarter5756]

Been told I have “immune mediated necrotizing myositis”. I’m taking 60mg of prednisone in the mornings. Now On my second 30 day supply. I’m supposed to be getting IVIG infusions hopefully soon(Before Feb.). Would you recommend the prednisone plus IVIG thru all my infusions or after infusions taper down? I want off the prednisone so bad. Ugh, Any tips or suggestions?

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

That’s a great question for your doctor. I’m not familiar with that condition. I’d do what it takes to get your condition under control. Always keeping in mind that the lowest effective dose for the shortest term is best.

[@rickycandelario5983]

60mg a day PHN CASE. ITS MY FIRST TIME TO take. For one month. Its so high h😅😅

[@DigitalWolfy]

THANK YOU my dr did not explain this properly to me, he gave it to me for allergies my eyes got swollen and dry, he only explained the medicine was for inflammation. Does it interfere with SSRI? I start taking it Sunday morning at 50 mg and i'm overweight.

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Prednisone does not typically interact with SSRIs.

[@Lian-ez8gx]

Hello. How's your eye? My eyes hurt after using NSAID..it's been 2 months since i came off from the pill and yet i don't feel normal..

[@karenraabis5296]

I have they think Lichen Planus or Pemphigus. The problem is I have been on for long time. They are tapering me down and went to fast and now have adrenal insufficiency. I have moon face! I gained so much weight. They said I can’t be tested properly until I have tapered down to 10 mg.

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Oh no sorry to hear that. You can check out this article about "How to Taper Prednisone - Plus Printable Taper Chart" that might be of help in your condition. View the full article here: prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/how-to-taper-prednisone/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at Prednisonepharmacist.com and discover ways to manage and counteract the side effects of prednisone.

[@ronniewest4059]

I took 6 10mg tabs per day with food and milk. The instructions stated to do so on the packet. I tapered down after 5 days,

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

That’s exactly what to do!

[@ronniewest4059]

I meant spread throughout the day, 2 at breakfast, 1 at lunch, dinner and 2 before bed.

[@ll51019]

Can I use it for canker sores on the tongue?

[@ronniewest4059]

Pulmonary sarcoidosis

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

That’s a tough condition. That makes sense your doctor would prescribe high doses like that.

[@jozi4530]

Hi I’m a teenager and I take two panafcortelone , prednisolone 25mg everyday for dust allergies (prescription) and after watching a few videos and doing some research it seems like it’s not good to take pls give me some advice, I am really concerned because when I don’t have it for two day the sneezing and itching is so frustrating and annoying and normal allergie medication I have tried, I also have been trying to loose weight for so long because I’m trying to benefit my future and now it just seems like this is counteracting that and nothing has been working please please let me know should I stop taking thissssss😢

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

There are a lot of options for allergies that work great without side effects. I’d recommend asking your doctor for an alternative that meets your goals.

[@RF-ww5mp]

I'm on 100mg for last 3 weeks

[@tuanapham8379]

How about crestor I use rosuvastatin

[@Liam_S_G]

At 50 mg for 5 days when should I be concerned? I feel ok but should I be trying to never take it again or is it ok as long as after 5 days I give it a break a few weeks/ months? I only take it when I’m have asthma that the nebulizar doesn’t help which isn’t often.

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Hi! Check out this article about "Prednisone 50 mg for 5 Days" Read & watch here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/prednisone-50-mg-for-5-days-used-for-side-effects-taper/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at Prednisonepharmacist.com and discover ways to manage and counteract the side effects of prednisone.

[@argentinarodriguez4170]

What happens if Prednisone is taken in the afternoon? I have been taking it since June and I feel worse. I have so many weird symptoms especially during the day. I feel like dying. TIA

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Hi @argentinarodriguez4170! I'm sorry to hear that you have to experience those side effects in your journey with prednisone. This article about "How To Take Prednisone" might help you find your answer. Read & watch here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/how-to-take-prednisone/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at prednisonepharmacist.com/ Best of hope and healing to you. - Dr. Megan's Assistant

[@terrelltaylor2815]

Can you take 60mg for Bell's Palsy?

[@wavoconqueso]

I was on prednisone for suspected giant cell arteritis. Testing results came back negative and I was on 20 mg tapering down to one and a quarter mg before I stopped. One of the side effects was my energy level was great and My mood was also great. I have been anti-depressant resistant for years and nothing has worked. I asked my primary doctor about taking this for depression and he said he would have to have me see a psychiatrist because it was out of his wheelhouse. Do you have any experience with this and if so, could you advise me?

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Definitely get your cortisol levels checked. It could be you’ve been low on cortisol causing depression!

[@47retta]

What is the difference between prednisone and Cortef, which is taken for Addison's Disease?

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Cortef is hydrocortisone, the generic name and prednisone’s brand name is Deltasone. HC runs out of our bodies faster than prednisone so you have to take it 2-4 times a day instead of once a day for prednisone.

[@jeyowiy6954]

😊

[@beccadesh]

Could you talk about it’s use for cluster headache treatment please?

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Great idea!

[@reviewapaajadeh3079]

Hello can u help me tap off Iam take 48 mg for 3 days

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Hi! Check out this article "How to Taper Prednisone - Printable Taper Chart" View the full article here: prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/how-to-taper-prednisone/ For more information about prednisone, we have a bunch of content and articles that might be of help in your condition. You can browse our website at Prednisonepharmacist.com and discover ways to manage and counteract the side effects of prednisone.

[@MrBetabit]

Taken for bee stings.

[@alllions3848]

What to do if Prednisone with its side effects (rage and anger) gets you in trouble with the Italian mafia? #truestory

[@PrednisonePharmacist]

Um… I would LOVE to know more! If you can tell the tale, I’d love to hear it! Send me an email!

[@alllions3848]

@@PrednisonePharmacist Dr.Megan, I think I could write an entire book about what happened to me. It's hilarious, dramatic and hard to believe... I'm miraculously alive after pituitary apoplexy (I had it while I was writing my master's thesis in geology), followed by adrenal insufficiency, followed by problems with dodgy people (in partly due to the side effects of incorrect prednisone therapy, before switch to hydrocortisone)... I made a probabilistic calculation and it is more likely to become pope 🤣.

[@boop3260]

🎵 When you fly in a rage and then binge eat all day, that's Prednisone~ When you sleep like a log but still beef with the Mob, that's Prednisone~ When your mood is on high but you can't help but cry, that's Prednisone~ When you feel like a loon and your face is a moon, that's, Prednisoooone~🎵

[@tuanapham8379]

How about crestor I use rosuvastatin