Want to learn more about Prednisone and its side effects? Check out my article: prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/irreversible-prednisone-side-effects/
Thank you so much for your videos.. I have just started weaning off of Prednisone and had no idea what was going on. I have been so ill, I thought I had the flu.. but, now I understand what's been happening.
Thank u very much for your videos... I have had kidney transplant and I’m on prednisone for life. Trying very hard to deal with side effects,especially the weight gain. Please keep the these useful videos coming ! They are super useful and informative. thank you very much!
Ugh. I just got a prescription today for "possible bursitis" and I'm supposed to take it for 9 days. I'm not doing it now! Thanks for your video. I'd rather deal with the pain than with the things you describe.
Hi Dr. Megan. I took Prednisone for three months because of a respiratory infection which just about shut down my lungs. I started with a medrol pack the first month, then when my lungs didn't improve I had 20mg x 5 days, then 10mg x 5 days then 5 mg x 5 days. I started to improve when suddenly I had a relapse and my lungs were very congested with expiratory wheezing and long oxygenation so my doctor put me on the last Prednisone taper the same as the previously mentioned one. Finally, my lungs opened up completely and I had completely recovered, with normal breathing, no shortness of breath and 100 pulse oxygenation on room air. I was happy to be able to breath but now I've noticed that I can't walk without limping, my right leg is markedly weaker than my left leg. I have no bone, nor joint pain; no numbness or radiculoparhy, just weakness in my right leg. I am desperate to regain complete strength in my right leg. I was on Prednisone for only three months. I think this is steroid induced myopathy. I have been completely off the Prednisone for two months now. Will this right leg weakness be permanent??? I have be doing strength training with light weights on my right leg. The has no pain, just weakness. I just want to know if this weakness is transient, since I was on a short, decreased tapering dose of Prednisone. Dr. Megan, will my leg regain full function, especially if I'm not on Prednisone anymore. Please advise. Thank you. I'm a Nurse Practitioner also but I am worried about this myopathy. Thank you for your help.
Hello! I’m sorry to hear that you’re suffering, but glad you’re breathing again! They haven’t done a lot of research into steroid induced myopathy so I’m not sure how to answer.
Thank you so much for these videos Dr.Megan. I’ve been taking this drug for a long time and I’ve wanted to know how to stay healthy, it’s been causing serious bone problems for me
You're welcome! There are so many ways to improve your health while on prednisone. Have you gotten your Prednisone Checklist yet? It has my best tips... prednisonepharmacist.com/prednisone-wellness-checklist/
i got moon face once i started lowering my dosage of pred and it’s been a month or maybe a little more since i stopped taking it and i still have moon face. when will it go away ? i know it’s not permanent but i hate it :( i just want my face backkk
I went to the emergency room for back pain, and it was the worst experience of my life. First of all, it is the worst emergency room in my city, and they gave me the wrong medication. I received three injections, one of which was methylprednisolone. They gave me an entire vial. About four to six hours later all hell broke loose. My blood pressure, which is almost always normal, was at 165 / 99 upon waking up the next morning, and my heart rate 120 at rest.I was sweating, had violent mood swings, had crying spells, had panic attacks, my arms and on my biceps and my face and my chest where scorching red, so I knew it was time to go to another emergency room. When I got there my BP was 180/100 heart rate 125. Doctor told me I had no business being given that medication for back pain and they are at fault for putting me through that hell. He said rest for 24-48 hours and I WILL get better, and I did. I just wanted to share my nightmare experience with that drug
Knights Cross that is terrible! Unfortunately, it’s all too common. Thank you for sharing so that others know what disasters can happen when this drug is given to someone who doesn’t absolutely need it.
@@PrednisonePharmacist you're welcome. It happened about a week ago. Lasted for two days. It was life changing enough for me to get on RUclips and search for it and see if anyone else has a similar experience.
rose kariuki I felt the same way! Melatonin can help. I’ve even got a supplement designed to help you sleep restfully while on prednisone. You can find it at Nutranize.com
I was Given Prednisone for years do to Crohn's......In the late 70s and most of the 80s.....And it Really FUCKED ME UP.... Cataracts...Both Hips Replaced..Both Shoulders...My left wrist Fused and a 7" Plate on Top.... I'm 67 now and have AVN (5:40 she tells you what AVN is) in every Joint now and I Mean every Joint......I've tried every Drug and nothing really Works...Humira..Remicade..and one other infusion drug I can't Remember....and A'lot of other CRAP....Now I'm on 75 mg Fentynal...10mg oxycodone and Ambien to sleep....I had a pill box with 15 Different drugs and I just threw 13 of them away... I'M SO SICK OF THIS SHIT.... I've had 18 operations due to Crohn's and AVN...I have a Illistomy Since 1991....And 2 Operations on my Stoma that HALF ASSED DR MICHAEL MASTRANGELO FUCK UP and ERIN WALLING FUCK it up the year before....BOTH OF THESE BUTCHER'S ARE IN BEND OREGON....I Ripped the Tendons off my left little finger and Ring finger and that's what I was talking about earlier with the fusion and Plate....I spent about 4.5 months in Hospital stays off and on off and on....I had to Retire at 42...I was doing okay sort of until I was about 62...Now everything Hurts...my shoulders hurt so bad I can't use Crutches...My left wrist doesn't bend so I can't use a Cane and Right Wrist has AVN so no Cane use there either....There's more but I'm SICK OF COMPLAINING....GOOD LUCK IF YOU'RE ON PREDNISONE.
I have a long complicated story with allergies, asthma and living on a farm with lots of haydust and graindust and mold. My grandpa was a old time hardass and he had a fifth of whiskey downstairs in the basement for twenty years. When it got bad he'd give me a shot a night and said it'll cure you or kill you. Get tough mentality. Grandma took me to the doctor and they gave me these packs of six,five,four,three,two,one. And when it was done,I felt like Superman. This is how normal people feel, I said. Throughout life, everyone said I outgrew it. But was never right. Some of what helped was the get tough approach but more was education. I learned to shower as soon as I get out of it. Change clothes often. Wash bedsheets often. Play the wind in the field, etc. Only had to take these packs a half a dozen times in my life when it got to bad for me to function. Each time I would beg for a steady diet of this stuff and each time was told that it could be bad for me. We'll, I'm 53 now and the toughness is starting to wear thin. I told my doctor, why do I have to wait in misery for weeks when I know ahead when it's coming.(it actually causes anxiety too which adds to it). This time they actually gave me a script a few months ago for emergency. I was looking at it today and it says predisone 20 milligrams. Take two daily. And it has one refill. I guess I should have ask more questions. I watched some videos just now and settled on yours because you actually used it and have in the field experience. O' who am I kidding? Also because your beautiful and gentle and nice. Those healing qualities. So what do you think? What is short term? I generally spend a week or two in the haydust twice a year. By the end of the first week, I'm beyond congested and tired. By the second week, it feels like I'm gonna die. Could I start taking one a day when I first start, up it to two, and then back to one? Does it do any good to take one,one day, then stop just for bad days? They have tried just about every pill there is and it's like nothing. No effect either way. The only thing that has ever worked is these and the inhalers. But the inhalers seem to dry out my lungs and make me feel worse. Sorry so long but I had one more thing. I read in another comment about the receptor responsible for water regulation. I'm skinny and always dehydrated. I actually do the opposite of everything they say on TV about dieting and I feel better. I burn thousands of calories per day. We used to take maybe one bottle of water to the Hayfield and be fine. My brother and all the help still do. But these last few years, I go though a case of water a day and can't seem to get enough. And have to snack constantly or my blood sugar goes to nothing and I'm done. The side effects you described seem to be what I want. Water retention and higher blood sugar. Any knowledge or past experience with another patient would be appreciated. J
Hi Henry, looks like you've tried just about everything! I'd say your plan makes sense. If it's only a week or two each year, then that's not too bad. They always say, "Use the lowest possible dose for the shortest possible time." If you're using it to prevent the worst symptoms just those few weeks, then that would meet that goal.
Also, I'd get your blood sugar situation checked out by a doctor. Even though it may seem impossible, some of those symptoms you describe could be a sign of diabetes.
@@PrednisonePharmacist thanks. I did just that and all kinds of different test say I'm normal. Doc says I'm getting older. Thanks for responding so quickly on memorial day. I actually forgot when I started writing. We are gonna start hay on thu or Fri so I'll try the one then two then one. What you guys do in the medical field is so important to us. Thank you and thanks to our fighting men and women
Ive been on it for years 60mg and at one point 120mg for Lupus Nephritis. I was made fun of for the moon face. I dont take it because I have AVN in my left hip but i feel like i have addrenal insufficiency.
What alternatives are there to prednisone that will not have these known side effects but still able to yield the same beneficial effects that prednisone does?
Hi! You can check out this article about "Prednisone Natural Alternatives" that might be of help in your condition. View the full article here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/prednisone-natural-alternatives/ 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.
Since I took in a dose my body never got back as it was.. it triggers diabetes, gives moonface, big belly, hairloss and very hard to shed the kilos. Now 2 years and still struggeling to shed a few more the kilos. Any tips I can use?
I hear ya. It really does all of those things. Losing weight is so tricky. The best strategy though is one you can stick to long-term. I personally love the VB6 strategy.
The difference is a few molecules, but really it's just one is used in the USA (prednisone) and the other is used in other parts of the world (prednisolone). They are almost indistinguishable from side effects, how long they last, doses, etc.
I have been prescribed a low dose for 7 days as a diagnostic test to determine if I have an inflammatory arthritis. My doc insists this is a standard test and I will have no side effects. I am nervous and cant find answers. Any experience here? Thank you.
Hmm... I have heard of doctors prescribing prednisone to see if you feel better while on it. There is no dose too low or time too short to be perfectly safe and without the risk of side effects. However, it is less likely the less time/dose you take.
i been taking 5mg prednisone together with gout medicine 3 times a day. i've been taking it each time i have attacks. i didnt know the side effects of prednisone is that bad. i kinda have very severe withdrawal symptom now. i have nightly palpitations. i'm not sure if it's related to that. kinda really regret of taking it without knowing it's side effects.
6 days is considered a short-term taking prednisone, which means you are not most likely to have heart damage as a side effect. You can check out this article about "Does Prednisone Raise Your Heart Rate and Blood Pressure?" that might be of help in your condition. View the full article here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/does-prednisone-raise-your-heart-rate-and-blood-pressure/ 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.
I have Ra,use to have low blood pressure,now I've been on Prednisone 10yrs, Ra affects my heart plus Prednisone cateract laser treatment, osteoporosis, endless side affects. Depressing😔
I use to take it from 2001 to 2015 high dose and it messed me up on it and I developed avn left hip in 2001. If I take 20mg just for one day my bones ache so bad I can't sleep.
I took iv methylprednisolone for 3 days for extreme fibromyalgia pain n brain sensitivity. Last resort obviously. But found your videos now n super scared
Was wondering but I never took Prednisone Pill before in my life but only used Hydrocortisone Cream and I am off Hydrocortisone cream for a good month but is it okay to only take the Prednisone Pill? My doctor says its 50 mg 1 time daily for 5 days only?
Looks like I'm replying a little too late for you... but if your reason for using the prednisone is bad enough, then it's worth it. Check out this article I wrote to help people like you decide whether or not to take prednisone: nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
That's a good low dose. If you need it, then those side effects might be worth it. Here's a way I created to make it even more tolerable long-term: nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
Hi I was prescribed predisone in late January and I got off it March. (High dose) I used to have an extremely slim face and strong jawline. It’s been 6months since I stopped using my medicine and my face went down a lot since when I was using it but nothing like when I never used the medicine. I’ve read many people saying that it took many moths to years to get their face 100% normal and I’m okay if that’s how it works because that gives me hope, I’m jus asking how long it takes since it isn’t permanent? Anything helps and will give me hope. I’m also 19 years old. Thank you
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist well......after having a glass of tea, I did go back and played the video again looking elsewhere than those eyes. I started prednisone todaY prescribed by my doctor for the discomfort I am having 4 weeks now with vertebrae on vertebrae in my neck. I’m surmising that your discussion is directed at long term use. I have only one bottle prescribed and hoping for improvement without a refill. Thank you for your post. I trust your knowledge.....those eyes don’t lie. Ha.
I just got a prescription for medrol dos pack 6 days I think (dont know what the difference is between the two) for inflammation in my lower back and tbh havent picked it up yet because I dont think the possibile side effects are worth taking it for. Is there a difference and is it worth trying if the anti inflammatories aren't working?
Yes, Medrol is pretty much the same as prednisone (the difference is negligible). If your pain is so severe that you'd make a deal with the devil (that's what taking steroids is) to make it go away, then it's worth it. Check out this article I made to help you decide. nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
I took the 6 day pack of Medrol a few weeks ago. These side effects are mostly from long term treatment, not this. I actually lost about 10 pounds and a lot of swelling went down. I have inflammatory problems, so I guess I retain fluids. The tapering dose, assuming you have the triangle looking pack, is to prevent adrenal problems. It really helped my arthritis, but it came back once I stopped taking it. Be careful, I mainly noticed that I bruised easily, and that hasn't gone away yet.
Hello doctor. I'm 20 years old and been diagnosed with pemphigus vulgaris and got told to be on 60mg to stabilise it and slowly taper but I accidentally took 120 one day and the dr told that I have to slowly taper it down from here. So I've been on 80 mg for two weeks now. And I've gotten a moon face and 24heart palpitations with insomnia and a bit of mania. How do you suggest I taper my dose?
I can relate to that dosage and the heart beat was so intense at night it scared and grossed me out. Anything on my chest would move with my heart rate.
My husband was on prednisone for an extended time as a kid...up to age 13. He has had heart arrhythmias for years... Could that have been caused or worsened by the prednisone use all those years?
@@PrednisonePharmacist Hi Dr Megan ,thank you for your response, I'm from the uk . I'm on prednisolone for Polymyalgia. So hard tapering off them ,down to 2mg having to drop very slowly . Your advise is so true especially keep off the sugar ,it gives me massive problems with no sleep and anxiety. I take high dose of vit D3 ,calcium and magnesium which has helped enormously with the anxious feelings . I hope you did not take offence with the accent remark ,its so nice to hear compared to those robotic voices . Where are you from if you don't mind me asking .
I am using prednison 10mg a day. 2 weeks now. And Imy menstruation is not coming. Does my menstruation will come back? I will use les prednison in about 2 or 3 weeks.
Prednisone can cause strange things to happen to the menstrual cycle. Check out my article for more details: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/prednisone-side-effects-in-women/
I’m. 22 n I was prescribed predslone eye drops with restasis for dry eyes for 2 weeks could I have all these bad side effects at my age for this short Time and low dose of only 1 drop a day I’m really concerned?
The eye drops aren’t likely to cause side effects anywhere but the eyes. It’s possible to cause a tiny bit of blood pressure changes, but unlikely. Especially for only 2 weeks, you’re unlikely to have any problems at all. Talk to your doctor if you’re concerned.
Dear Dr. Megan, I really like your posts, but I have to disagree with you on this point. Cortisone-induced WATER and FAT RETENTION can be IRREVERSIBLE!!! My doctor has told me that I am in the 5 percent whose water retention does not go away. I developed severe water retention under my eyes and on my cheekbones when I took prednisolone for 17 days. That was 15 months ago, and the water retention has actually gotten worse during that time. My face is ruined, I look bloated and ugly and suffer from severe depression because of it. Please mention this in your posts. Many people are prescribed cortisone totally unnecessarily and without benefit for the underlying indication, with the only result that cortisone causes damage. Thank you in advance and best regards from Germany.
Julie-thank you so much for sharing this. Most people don’t have that and I haven’t heard of it until you. I’d love if you’d share more of your story. Would you like to publish more of it on my website so others can find it?
I just started 60mg for the past week because of optic nerve inflammation, and loss of vision in one eye, I don’t want to be on it anymore. Please help me with any advice?
Why don’t doctors tell you these things when you are suddenly stuck in hospital with high dose steroids dripping into your arm? I have met with three doctors in the last month and NOT ONE has talked about mitigating the side effects!!!!! I had to stay on pill steroids when I got out of hospital. I have to see one more specialist this week. I wonder what she will say.
It’s stunning isn’t it? Truth is, most of them don’t know much about mitigating the side effects. Check out my prednisone checklist and you’ll know more than them! Get the Prednisone Checklist at prednisonepharmacist.com/prednisone-wellness-checklist/
I have stage 4 metastatic melanoma. I was put on high dosage of prednisone to get rid of a rash from my immno-therapy (obdivo, yervoy) . My doctor tells me If I beat the cancer I will have to stay on prednisone for life. Getting the right level is a daily challenge now, I am on 10ml, somedays more depending how I feel, but the prednisone will eventually kill me, right?
Not necessarily. People live decades with prednisone. If you are only on 10mg, then that’s a fairly low dose. If you beat the cancer, prednisone isn’t probably going to be the cause of your death.
hi Am I at risk for any permanent damage when taking 20mg twice a day for only five days? I broke out in hives the other day from an unknown source and predisone was given to me to fight the reaction After seeing all the side effects im not sure if id like to finish the prescription. also my muscles are sore, but I also had a flu shot recently so maybe that's the reason for that.. is short term use putting me at risk for anything?
Dogenzaka Goddess hello! It’s unlikely for only 5 days to cause permanent damage. There are risks at only 5 days. But the #1 mistake people make is stopping their prescription of prednisone cold turkey. Always work with your doctor to stop taking it slowly. Otherwise it can cause adrenal insufficiency. Once you’ve started, you’ve got to finish.
@@PrednisonePharmacist thanks for the info. I will finish it now, but ive noticed its causing me severe anxiety and restlessness I sat down to study and I couldn't even focus long enough to finish one problem that would've normally taken me about 10 minutes to do
@@PrednisonePharmacist I took 50 mg prednisolone each day for just 3 days and went crazy, panic attact etc, had to go to hospital. 3 days later still getting dizziness and mood swings. Will it eventually leave my system? 😥
Yes, it should leave your system. But that reaction sounds so miserable. Be sure to stay in close contact with your doctor to manage this. Don’t do it alone.
@@PrednisonePharmacist Thankyou, it has given me bad anxiety which might explain the dizziness. I'm doing everything i can to fight it naturally, diet, deep breathing etc. Can't exercise just yet but i will stay strong and keep seeing my GP
This video made me want to jump off a cliff . I don’t need any drug that causes this kind of permanent damage. Medical science needs to do better than this option.
19 days and tapering off of 10 mg of prednisone. I took 6 pillsx3 days, then 4x3days etc. I’ve been urinating like crazy since day 2-3 on it. Talked to my drs nurse and she said she didn’t think it was the prednisone. I think it is. Will that go back to normal? Thanks
For sure. That exact thing happened to me. Prednisone goes to the mineralocorticoid receptor which is responsible for water regulation in the body. This is one of the reasons people gain weight while on prednisone. Watch my movie "how prednisone causes water weight gain" to understand more. ruclips.net/video/EiCrkc_vkZM/видео.html
I am getting a little worried and seeing a gyno since after I took a weeks supply of prednisone, low dose, I started bleeding and I am over 50. Have you heard of this? I am a little scared because, you always think it’s the C word….
Want to learn more about Prednisone and its side effects? Check out my article:
prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/irreversible-prednisone-side-effects/
I wish I would have found your channel while I was on prednisone. I was on it for 5 months and I really struggled with it. Thanks for all you’re doing
You are so welcome!
She is so beautiful...... I literally forgot the subject but she definitely is motivational.
Thank you so much for your videos.. I have just started weaning off of Prednisone and had no idea what was going on. I have been so ill, I thought I had the flu.. but, now I understand what's been happening.
You’re so very welcome! Just understanding what is going on can bring a lot of peace.
I am on a small dose for a 10 days.. I am so grateful for the relief from the inflammation in my neck but it's only a last resort!
Prednisone can truly provide miraculous relief, but yes, only as a last resort!
@@PrednisonePharmacist Is it ever curative for a pinched nerve that won't heal or other types of chronic pain?
Thank u very much for your videos... I have had kidney transplant and I’m on prednisone for life. Trying very hard to deal with side effects,especially the weight gain. Please keep the these useful videos coming ! They are super useful and informative. thank you very much!
Leslie Lawson you are so very welcome! I love to hear how you’re finding this helpful. It truly does keep me going.
Ask the docter for a replacement if possible
Ugh. I just got a prescription today for "possible bursitis" and I'm supposed to take it for 9 days. I'm not doing it now! Thanks for your video. I'd rather deal with the pain than with the things you describe.
Good choice, if you can tolerate the pain!
Hi Dr. Megan. I took Prednisone for three months because of a respiratory infection which just about shut down my lungs. I started with a medrol pack the first month, then when my lungs didn't improve I had 20mg x 5 days, then 10mg x 5 days then 5 mg x 5 days. I started to improve when suddenly I had a relapse and my lungs were very congested with expiratory wheezing and long oxygenation so my doctor put me on the last Prednisone taper the same as the previously mentioned one. Finally, my lungs opened up completely and I had completely recovered, with normal breathing, no shortness of breath and 100 pulse oxygenation on room air. I was happy to be able to breath but now I've noticed that I can't walk without limping, my right leg is markedly weaker than my left leg. I have no bone, nor joint pain; no numbness or radiculoparhy, just weakness in my right leg. I am desperate to regain complete strength in my right leg. I was on Prednisone for only three months. I think this is steroid induced myopathy. I have been completely off the Prednisone for two months now. Will this right leg weakness be permanent??? I have be doing strength training with light weights on my right leg. The has no pain, just weakness. I just want to know if this weakness is transient, since I was on a short, decreased tapering dose of Prednisone. Dr. Megan, will my leg regain full function, especially if I'm not on Prednisone anymore. Please advise. Thank you. I'm a Nurse Practitioner also but I am worried about this myopathy. Thank you for your help.
Hello! I’m sorry to hear that you’re suffering, but glad you’re breathing again! They haven’t done a lot of research into steroid induced myopathy so I’m not sure how to answer.
Thank you so much for these videos Dr.Megan. I’ve been taking this drug for a long time and I’ve wanted to know how to stay healthy, it’s been causing serious bone problems for me
You're welcome! There are so many ways to improve your health while on prednisone. Have you gotten your Prednisone Checklist yet? It has my best tips... prednisonepharmacist.com/prednisone-wellness-checklist/
I have 60 mg per day. Just wanted to say. Don't notice me
That’s a pretty high dose. It’s a rough time.
Me too😔😔
i got moon face once i started lowering my dosage of pred and it’s been a month or maybe a little more since i stopped taking it and i still have moon face. when will it go away ? i know it’s not permanent but i hate it :( i just want my face backkk
I hear ya... we definitely just want our faces back! It usually goes away pretty quickly but sometimes it takes a few months to go away.
Hi there! Did it go away? I have severe bloating under my eyes and cheekbones since 16 months and it doesn’t go away. I am desperate.
I went to the emergency room for back pain, and it was the worst experience of my life. First of all, it is the worst emergency room in my city, and they gave me the wrong medication. I received three injections, one of which was methylprednisolone. They gave me an entire vial. About four to six hours later all hell broke loose. My blood pressure, which is almost always normal, was at 165 / 99 upon waking up the next morning, and my heart rate 120 at rest.I was sweating, had violent mood swings, had crying spells, had panic attacks, my arms and on my biceps and my face and my chest where scorching red, so I knew it was time to go to another emergency room. When I got there my BP was 180/100 heart rate 125. Doctor told me I had no business being given that medication for back pain and they are at fault for putting me through that hell. He said rest for 24-48 hours and I WILL get better, and I did. I just wanted to share my nightmare experience with that drug
Knights Cross that is terrible! Unfortunately, it’s all too common. Thank you for sharing so that others know what disasters can happen when this drug is given to someone who doesn’t absolutely need it.
@@PrednisonePharmacist you're welcome. It happened about a week ago. Lasted for two days. It was life changing enough for me to get on RUclips and search for it and see if anyone else has a similar experience.
@@knightscross3716 i don't expect that fate will overcome me with this harmful drug
I just started my dosage I'm 25yrs..haven't slept in 3days.I'm on 40mg
rose kariuki I felt the same way! Melatonin can help. I’ve even got a supplement designed to help you sleep restfully while on prednisone. You can find it at Nutranize.com
What about thinning skin?
It’s usually a reversible side effect, but does take time.
I was Given Prednisone for years do to Crohn's......In the late 70s and most of the 80s.....And it Really FUCKED ME UP.... Cataracts...Both Hips Replaced..Both Shoulders...My left wrist Fused and a 7" Plate on Top.... I'm 67 now and have AVN (5:40 she tells you what AVN is) in every Joint now and I Mean every Joint......I've tried every Drug and nothing really Works...Humira..Remicade..and one other infusion drug I can't Remember....and A'lot of other CRAP....Now I'm on 75 mg Fentynal...10mg oxycodone and Ambien to sleep....I had a pill box with 15 Different drugs and I just threw 13 of them away... I'M SO SICK OF THIS SHIT.... I've had 18 operations due to Crohn's and AVN...I have a Illistomy Since 1991....And 2 Operations on my Stoma that HALF ASSED DR MICHAEL MASTRANGELO FUCK UP and ERIN WALLING FUCK it up the year before....BOTH OF THESE BUTCHER'S ARE IN BEND OREGON....I Ripped the Tendons off my left little finger and Ring finger and that's what I was talking about earlier with the fusion and Plate....I spent about 4.5 months in Hospital stays off and on off and on....I had to Retire at 42...I was doing okay sort of until I was about 62...Now everything Hurts...my shoulders hurt so bad I can't use Crutches...My left wrist doesn't bend so I can't use a Cane and Right Wrist has AVN so no Cane use there either....There's more but I'm SICK OF COMPLAINING....GOOD LUCK IF YOU'RE ON PREDNISONE.
That's terrible! You've been through it all! I'm so sorry. At least you are here to tell the tale. A true Prednisone Warrior.
I can kinda relate thanks for sharing your story I was taking it from 2001 to 2015 60mg and at one point 120mg I have AVN I'm my left hip in 2011
I have a long complicated story with allergies, asthma and living on a farm with lots of haydust and graindust and mold. My grandpa was a old time hardass and he had a fifth of whiskey downstairs in the basement for twenty years. When it got bad he'd give me a shot a night and said it'll cure you or kill you. Get tough mentality. Grandma took me to the doctor and they gave me these packs of six,five,four,three,two,one. And when it was done,I felt like Superman. This is how normal people feel, I said. Throughout life, everyone said I outgrew it. But was never right. Some of what helped was the get tough approach but more was education. I learned to shower as soon as I get out of it. Change clothes often. Wash bedsheets often. Play the wind in the field, etc. Only had to take these packs a half a dozen times in my life when it got to bad for me to function. Each time I would beg for a steady diet of this stuff and each time was told that it could be bad for me. We'll, I'm 53 now and the toughness is starting to wear thin. I told my doctor, why do I have to wait in misery for weeks when I know ahead when it's coming.(it actually causes anxiety too which adds to it). This time they actually gave me a script a few months ago for emergency. I was looking at it today and it says predisone 20 milligrams. Take two daily. And it has one refill. I guess I should have ask more questions. I watched some videos just now and settled on yours because you actually used it and have in the field experience. O' who am I kidding? Also because your beautiful and gentle and nice. Those healing qualities. So what do you think? What is short term? I generally spend a week or two in the haydust twice a year. By the end of the first week, I'm beyond congested and tired. By the second week, it feels like I'm gonna die. Could I start taking one a day when I first start, up it to two, and then back to one? Does it do any good to take one,one day, then stop just for bad days? They have tried just about every pill there is and it's like nothing. No effect either way. The only thing that has ever worked is these and the inhalers. But the inhalers seem to dry out my lungs and make me feel worse. Sorry so long but I had one more thing. I read in another comment about the receptor responsible for water regulation. I'm skinny and always dehydrated. I actually do the opposite of everything they say on TV about dieting and I feel better. I burn thousands of calories per day. We used to take maybe one bottle of water to the Hayfield and be fine. My brother and all the help still do. But these last few years, I go though a case of water a day and can't seem to get enough. And have to snack constantly or my blood sugar goes to nothing and I'm done. The side effects you described seem to be what I want. Water retention and higher blood sugar. Any knowledge or past experience with another patient would be appreciated. J
Hi Henry, looks like you've tried just about everything! I'd say your plan makes sense. If it's only a week or two each year, then that's not too bad. They always say, "Use the lowest possible dose for the shortest possible time." If you're using it to prevent the worst symptoms just those few weeks, then that would meet that goal.
Also, I'd get your blood sugar situation checked out by a doctor. Even though it may seem impossible, some of those symptoms you describe could be a sign of diabetes.
@@PrednisonePharmacist thanks. I did just that and all kinds of different test say I'm normal. Doc says I'm getting older. Thanks for responding so quickly on memorial day. I actually forgot when I started writing. We are gonna start hay on thu or Fri so I'll try the one then two then one. What you guys do in the medical field is so important to us. Thank you and thanks to our fighting men and women
Does psychosis go away?
Ive been on it for years 60mg and at one point 120mg for Lupus Nephritis. I was made fun of for the moon face. I dont take it because I have AVN in my left hip but i feel like i have addrenal insufficiency.
What alternatives are there to prednisone that will not have these known side effects but still able to yield the same beneficial effects that prednisone does?
Hi! You can check out this article about "Prednisone Natural Alternatives" that might be of help in your condition.
View the full article here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/prednisone-natural-alternatives/
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.
TY. But are they as effective as Prednisone? Are there any scientific studies that show the efficacy of these alternatives?
Since I took in a dose my body never got back as it was.. it triggers diabetes, gives moonface, big belly, hairloss and very hard to shed the kilos. Now 2 years and still struggeling to shed a few more the kilos. Any tips I can use?
I hear ya. It really does all of those things. Losing weight is so tricky. The best strategy though is one you can stick to long-term. I personally love the VB6 strategy.
What is the difference between prednisone and prednisolone if there is one?
The difference is a few molecules, but really it's just one is used in the USA (prednisone) and the other is used in other parts of the world (prednisolone). They are almost indistinguishable from side effects, how long they last, doses, etc.
I have been prescribed a low dose for 7 days as a diagnostic test to determine if I have an inflammatory arthritis. My doc insists this is a standard test and I will have no side effects. I am nervous and cant find answers. Any experience here? Thank you.
Hmm... I have heard of doctors prescribing prednisone to see if you feel better while on it. There is no dose too low or time too short to be perfectly safe and without the risk of side effects. However, it is less likely the less time/dose you take.
i been taking 5mg prednisone together with gout medicine 3 times a day. i've been taking it each time i have attacks. i didnt know the side effects of prednisone is that bad. i kinda have very severe withdrawal symptom now. i have nightly palpitations. i'm not sure if it's related to that. kinda really regret of taking it without knowing it's side effects.
Gout is pretty terrible so it might be worth it. But prednisone side effects can be awful.
Definitely talk to your doctor about the palpitations.
So will i get heart damage while in a six day course??? 😢 Or is that a risk, should i get checked
6 days is considered a short-term taking prednisone, which means you are not most likely to have heart damage as a side effect.
You can check out this article about "Does Prednisone Raise Your Heart Rate and Blood Pressure?" that might be of help in your condition.
View the full article here:
prednisonepharmacist.com/education/does-prednisone-raise-your-heart-rate-and-blood-pressure/
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.
I'm taking it because I have a ulcer in my eye. 😭
chappi shorty yikes! That sounds like a pretty good reason to me!
Does everyone who takes prednisone have these permanent side effects?
No, not everyone has these problems.
I have Ra,use to have low blood pressure,now I've been on Prednisone 10yrs, Ra affects my heart plus Prednisone cateract laser treatment, osteoporosis, endless side affects. Depressing😔
It really affects everything, doesn't it? Which one would you say is the worst side effect you've experienced?
I use to take it from 2001 to 2015 high dose and it messed me up on it and I developed avn left hip in 2001. If I take 20mg just for one day my bones ache so bad I can't sleep.
Most of the people complaining about the side effects I noticed are women. Does it not effect men as much or are they just not communicating it?
I took iv methylprednisolone for 3 days for extreme fibromyalgia pain n brain sensitivity. Last resort obviously. But found your videos now n super scared
If it’s only 3 days, most people recover just fine.
Was wondering but I never took Prednisone Pill before in my life but only used Hydrocortisone Cream and I am off Hydrocortisone cream for a good month but is it okay to only take the Prednisone Pill? My doctor says its 50 mg 1 time daily for 5 days only?
Looks like I'm replying a little too late for you... but if your reason for using the prednisone is bad enough, then it's worth it. Check out this article I wrote to help people like you decide whether or not to take prednisone: nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
What is the difference between Prednisone and Prednisolone? My Medrol dose pack says "methylprednisolone". Confused.
I've been on 5mg for a year. I need it. For very aggressive RA.
That's a good low dose. If you need it, then those side effects might be worth it. Here's a way I created to make it even more tolerable long-term: nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
Hi I was prescribed predisone in late January and I got off it March. (High dose) I used to have an extremely slim face and strong jawline. It’s been 6months since I stopped using my medicine and my face went down a lot since when I was using it but nothing like when I never used the medicine. I’ve read many people saying that it took many moths to years to get their face 100% normal and I’m okay if that’s how it works because that gives me hope, I’m jus asking how long it takes since it isn’t permanent? Anything helps and will give me hope. I’m also 19 years old. Thank you
Yes that’s how it works. Some people it’s quick and others it takes months to years. But it usually does happen.
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist Thank you! In your line of work have you seen anyone that didn’t fully recover from moon face ?
Not really. It seems like most people recover.
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist thank you! You have really helped and you gave me hope as well
What do you consider high prednisone?
Those eyes...........whew. Now what is it you are saying?
beboboy mann ha ha! A whole lot of boring medical stuff...
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist well......after having a glass of tea, I did go back and played the video again looking elsewhere than those eyes. I started prednisone todaY prescribed by my doctor for the discomfort I am having 4 weeks now with vertebrae on vertebrae in my neck. I’m surmising that your discussion is directed at long term use. I have only one bottle prescribed and hoping for improvement without a refill. Thank you for your post. I trust your knowledge.....those eyes don’t lie. Ha.
I just got a prescription for medrol dos pack 6 days I think (dont know what the difference is between the two) for inflammation in my lower back and tbh havent picked it up yet because I dont think the possibile side effects are worth taking it for. Is there a difference and is it worth trying if the anti inflammatories aren't working?
Yes, Medrol is pretty much the same as prednisone (the difference is negligible). If your pain is so severe that you'd make a deal with the devil (that's what taking steroids is) to make it go away, then it's worth it. Check out this article I made to help you decide. nutranize.com/benefits-risks-prednisone/
I took the 6 day pack of Medrol a few weeks ago. These side effects are mostly from long term treatment, not this. I actually lost about 10 pounds and a lot of swelling went down. I have inflammatory problems, so I guess I retain fluids. The tapering dose, assuming you have the triangle looking pack, is to prevent adrenal problems. It really helped my arthritis, but it came back once I stopped taking it. Be careful, I mainly noticed that I bruised easily, and that hasn't gone away yet.
Hello doctor. I'm 20 years old and been diagnosed with pemphigus vulgaris and got told to be on 60mg to stabilise it and slowly taper but I accidentally took 120 one day and the dr told that I have to slowly taper it down from here. So I've been on 80 mg for two weeks now. And I've gotten a moon face and 24heart palpitations with insomnia and a bit of mania. How do you suggest I taper my dose?
Yikes! That’s high! Here is my article about tapering: prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/how-to-taper-prednisone/
I can relate to that dosage and the heart beat was so intense at night it scared and grossed me out. Anything on my chest would move with my heart rate.
My husband was on prednisone for an extended time as a kid...up to age 13. He has had heart arrhythmias for years... Could that have been caused or worsened by the prednisone use all those years?
It could definitely have contributed. Long term heart damage can happen. 😟
Love your accent
Ha! I bet I’d say the same about yours! Where are you from that gives me an accent?
@@PrednisonePharmacist Hi Dr Megan ,thank you for your response, I'm from the uk .
I'm on prednisolone for Polymyalgia. So hard tapering off them ,down to 2mg having to drop very slowly .
Your advise is so true especially keep off the sugar ,it gives me massive problems with no sleep and anxiety.
I take high dose of vit D3 ,calcium and magnesium which has helped enormously with the anxious feelings .
I hope you did not take offence with the accent remark ,its so nice to hear compared to those robotic voices .
Where are you from if you don't mind me asking .
I’m from Utah in the United States.
Your awesome 👍❤️
Thank you for your support!
Does every thing you talk about also apply to someone taking Dexamethasone?
Most things I say do apply to dexamethasone.
I am using prednison 10mg a day. 2 weeks now. And Imy menstruation is not coming. Does my menstruation will come back? I will use les prednison in about 2 or 3 weeks.
Prednisone can cause strange things to happen to the menstrual cycle. Check out my article for more details: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/prednisone-side-effects-in-women/
I’m. 22 n I was prescribed predslone eye drops with restasis for dry eyes for 2 weeks could I have all these bad side effects at my age for this short Time and low dose of only 1 drop a day I’m really concerned?
The eye drops aren’t likely to cause side effects anywhere but the eyes. It’s possible to cause a tiny bit of blood pressure changes, but unlikely. Especially for only 2 weeks, you’re unlikely to have any problems at all. Talk to your doctor if you’re concerned.
Dear Dr. Megan, I really like your posts, but I have to disagree with you on this point. Cortisone-induced WATER and FAT RETENTION can be IRREVERSIBLE!!! My doctor has told me that I am in the 5 percent whose water retention does not go away. I developed severe water retention under my eyes and on my cheekbones when I took prednisolone for 17 days. That was 15 months ago, and the water retention has actually gotten worse during that time. My face is ruined, I look bloated and ugly and suffer from severe depression because of it. Please mention this in your posts. Many people are prescribed cortisone totally unnecessarily and without benefit for the underlying indication, with the only result that cortisone causes damage. Thank you in advance and best regards from Germany.
Julie-thank you so much for sharing this. Most people don’t have that and I haven’t heard of it until you. I’d love if you’d share more of your story. Would you like to publish more of it on my website so others can find it?
I just started 60mg for the past week because of optic nerve inflammation, and loss of vision in one eye, I don’t want to be on it anymore. Please help me with any advice?
Check out my post about tapering. prednisonepharmacist.com/side-effects-solutions/how-to-taper-prednisone/
Wow I really appreciate you responding back to me, sorry I don’t mean to bother, could I possibly email you a question?
Mr B check out the contact form on my website. Or get the Prednisone Checklist and it will come from my email address. I answer them all myself.
prednisonepharmacist.com/Prednisone-wellness-checklist/
Why don’t doctors tell you these things when you are suddenly stuck in hospital with high dose steroids dripping into your arm? I have met with three doctors in the last month and NOT ONE has talked about mitigating the side effects!!!!! I had to stay on pill steroids when I got out of hospital. I have to see one more specialist this week. I wonder what she will say.
It’s stunning isn’t it? Truth is, most of them don’t know much about mitigating the side effects. Check out my prednisone checklist and you’ll know more than them! Get the Prednisone Checklist at prednisonepharmacist.com/prednisone-wellness-checklist/
just what are your qualifications exactly?
I’m a Doctor of Pharmacy and Board Certified in Ambulatory Care.
I have stage 4 metastatic melanoma. I was put on high dosage of prednisone to get rid of a rash from my immno-therapy (obdivo, yervoy) . My doctor tells me If I beat the cancer I will have to stay on prednisone for life. Getting the right level is a daily challenge now, I am on 10ml, somedays more depending how I feel, but the prednisone will eventually kill me, right?
Not necessarily. People live decades with prednisone. If you are only on 10mg, then that’s a fairly low dose. If you beat the cancer, prednisone isn’t probably going to be the cause of your death.
hi
Am I at risk for any permanent damage when taking 20mg twice a day for only five days?
I broke out in hives the other day from an unknown source and predisone was given to me to fight the reaction
After seeing all the side effects im not sure if id like to finish the prescription.
also my muscles are sore, but I also had a flu shot recently so maybe that's the reason for that..
is short term use putting me at risk for anything?
Dogenzaka Goddess hello!
It’s unlikely for only 5 days to cause permanent damage.
There are risks at only 5 days. But the #1 mistake people make is stopping their prescription of prednisone cold turkey. Always work with your doctor to stop taking it slowly. Otherwise it can cause adrenal insufficiency. Once you’ve started, you’ve got to finish.
@@PrednisonePharmacist thanks for the info. I will finish it now, but ive noticed its causing me severe anxiety and restlessness
I sat down to study and I couldn't even focus long enough to finish one problem that would've normally taken me about 10 minutes to do
@@PrednisonePharmacist I took 50 mg prednisolone each day for just 3 days and went crazy, panic attact etc, had to go to hospital. 3 days later still getting dizziness and mood swings. Will it eventually leave my system? 😥
Yes, it should leave your system. But that reaction sounds so miserable. Be sure to stay in close contact with your doctor to manage this. Don’t do it alone.
@@PrednisonePharmacist Thankyou, it has given me bad anxiety which might explain the dizziness. I'm doing everything i can to fight it naturally, diet, deep breathing etc. Can't exercise just yet but i will stay strong and keep seeing my GP
Hi I have Cushing's disease from pituitary tumour
What about me 😢😢😢😢
Cushing’s disease causes many of the same long term consequences. 😢
This video made me want to jump off a cliff . I don’t need any drug that causes this kind of permanent damage. Medical science needs to do better than this option.
Right? We definitely need to do better than this.
Is this based on long term use or short ? I have a 5 day prescription ...
Mostly long term. You will likely be just fine in five days.
@@PrednisonePharmacist can I still gain weight in 5 days from it?
19 days and tapering off of 10 mg of prednisone. I took 6 pillsx3 days, then 4x3days etc. I’ve been urinating like crazy since day 2-3 on it. Talked to my drs nurse and she said she didn’t think it was the prednisone. I think it is. Will that go back to normal? Thanks
For sure. That exact thing happened to me. Prednisone goes to the mineralocorticoid receptor which is responsible for water regulation in the body. This is one of the reasons people gain weight while on prednisone. Watch my movie "how prednisone causes water weight gain" to understand more. ruclips.net/video/EiCrkc_vkZM/видео.html
I am in loVe.
I am getting a little worried and seeing a gyno since after I took a weeks supply of prednisone, low dose, I started bleeding and I am over 50. Have you heard of this? I am a little scared because, you always think it’s the C word….
Im taking it for my SI joint
Edit:whixh is really ironic now
Hopefully it helps!
Taking 2 20mg for my ulcerative colitis.
SSJCesar same
Tessie Grant took it for 4 weeks and just tapered off of it. Didn’t get any moon face FYI.
SSJCesar did u do anything to stop moon face
Tessie Grant no I never got it but I try my best to eat clean so idk.
I'm glad to hear you were able to taper off and didn't get any moon face.
Check out my other Prednisone Taper & Withdrawals videos here! ruclips.net/p/PLhiuC0v3SX69Iz0PMmTp-9ByWy-nX0Kh3
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How long did it take for your hair to stop falling out? Thanks for this video btw
Keep up the good work doctor you made a great video
@@msjackson652 it was a few months... probably two-three months.