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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR PREDNISONE | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 2 | ENT problem | After takin Cefpodoxime 500 BiD 2wks with methyl prednisolone 4mg bid 10days.I m havin Prolong Cough & flu,itch,headache,inflamation of stomach & uti. | M | 35 | 10 days 4mg 2X day | 8/20/2011 | 1 | ear inflammation/ pre infection | I'm a very calm person who prefers high stress situations (took 2 degrees at once, etc)- this gave me a panic attack that ended in the ER. I have NO history of anxiety or mood issues! | 2 days of this stuff and I went from being normal to completely anxious. Still left me shaken after I stopped taking it, completely awful. I've never had anything this bad before! I had a huge panic attack and completely lost sense of reality. Very vivid dreams- I literally couldn't tell when I was dreaming or not and I have no history of insanity / hallucinations. Scariest experience ever. NOT worth it. | F | 22 | 1X day | 8/16/2011 | 1 | Allergic reaction to Dye for HSG | High blood sugar | While on Prednisone I had no symptoms. But just a few days later I thought I had a bladder infection, so I went to the hospital to get a Urine Analysis and was told that I didn't have a UTI, but they had found sugar in my urine which meant that I could be diabetic. I went online to see what side affects Prednisone had and found out that it could raise my blood sugar. I don't know if this is a long term thing, but I am really mad at the fact that this medicine caused me to have diabetes when I didn't have it before. I only took this 3 pilld for only ONE DAY. I hope that this goes away.... | F | 28 | 1 days 3X day | 8/14/2011 | 4 | Lower back pain/inflammation | facial swelling, irritablity, sweating (especially in the face/neck area), just in a rotten mood all around. The facial sweating was the worst part. It is August in Atlanta and standing outside for 5 minutes while on this medication leaves me in desperate need of another shower. | Even though this medicine made me feel generally YUCK, it did help my back. I went from barely being able to walk without sobbing, to feeling completely back to normal within 5 days. During this time I was also seeing the chiropractor, doing daily stretches, and keeping moist heat on my back. But the inflammation was extremely bad and the prednisone took it away completely. Bad side effects or not, I would recommend this medication to anyone who has the same problem (herniated disc between L5 and S1, causing inflammation and sciatica). The benefits definitely outweigh the downside of the side effects. | F | 31 | 1 weeks 5mg taper 6X day | 8/10/2011 | 4 | Asthma | Headache, nervousness | The dose was tapered. 40mg 1x day 2 days, 30mg 1x day 2 days ect. Taken in the morning. I take this for astma exacerbation. I do feel like I drank a pot of strong coffee, but within a few hours I CAN BREATH!! Worth the side effects. | F | 50 | 8 days 40 mg 1X day | 6/28/2011 | 5 | Life threatening asthma/eczema | Almost all of the side effects: Moon face, fragile translucent skin, excess hair growth (not on head!), fragile bones, cataracts, high blood pressure, glaucoma, severe mood swings, insomnia, menstrual inconsistencies, severe depression, diabetes requiring insulin and weight gain | However, with all the side effects, I am alive. I did research on the med long ago and realized it was the only way I'd not be spending every six weeks in a hospital for three days, due to severe asthma - life threatening. However, even with that, I would suggest only taking it if absolutely neccessary! It can be a dangerous medication and should not be taken lightly. It is not, however, a "psychotic." It CAN cause mental stress the first day on it or not for years. Don't let an uneducated physician tell you otherwise. If it causes such extreme distress it should be discontinued and another method of help sought. And, most of the side effects will reverse upon ceasing the medication. Most. Not all. Others can be reversed over time and aid - like the weight gain. Hypertension, too. | F | 50 | 35 years 20 mg 1X day | 6/11/2011 | 4 | ITP | increased appetite, weight gain (including water retention), moon face, insomnia, increased sweat, fatigue for the first week or two, mood swings, acne, increased hair growth, made my boobs shiny & easy bruising. | I hate prednisone with passion. | F | 20 | 4.5 months 100 MG 1X day | 6/1/2011 | 2 | MS Relapse | Taking 1250 MG for 5 days over 10 days to treat MS relapse. After the first dose I slept ALL day. I have severe muscle pain in my hips, upper thighs and a raging headache. None of these were listed as possible side effects. Insomnia was the number one side effect listed. Is this a problem? Should I be calling a doctor? | F | 37 | 1 days 1250 MG 1X day | 5/14/2011 | 2 | Severe Allergies | F | 24 | 60MG TAPER 1X day | 5/6/2011 Patient History | 5 | Horrible seasonal allergy | Light heartburn for 2 days on and off. | Gawd I'm tired of the reviews below by someone who has never actually taken the drug, and then proclaims it "psychotic" and somehow did the autopsy that proved her dad died from it. Garbage. Yes, there can be long term side effects, especially at high dosages, but generally this stuff works and it's dirt cheap. No one should be afraid of this drug at doses below 60 mg/day for less than 30 days. Beyond that, well, you have a serious ailment and you know it, and you also know that you can't manage your condition well with one drug. But for those of you who have things like asthma or allergic rhinitis, this stuff WILL work, and NO, you will NOT get moonface, rapid weight gain, or cancer in 2 weeks. People spouting that nonsense are simply internet over"educated" . | M | 44 | 9 days 30mg 1X day | 5/4/2011 | 1 | RA of friends | This is a psychotic drug not to be taken long term; Note - if you send me a question leave your e-mail address or I cannot respond | All drugs are poisoness eventually and should be abandonned sooner rather than later. My dad died prematurely on prednisone whereas a friend of mine seems to be cured from RA. What was the difference? I have determined catching the disease early is critical and that around 2 months is a kind of barrier beyond which you become chronic. These powerful drugs can work in an emergency; when RA hit my friend he couldn't get around and went to the emergency and after 5 weeks was put on this drug for only a few weeks before it seemed to cure the RA and the program ended. My dad however was able to get around like me and was not diagnosed until too late. I knew his history but I could not get diagnosed and see a specialist until after 3 months after the attack and they then told me I was chronic. Fortunately I have found natural cures such as the honey and vinegar diet and vitamin B100 complex, all explained at Dr Saul's website doctoryourself.com. [He is a PhD not MD!] I think Michael Douglas's story is telling; misdiagnosed all last summer until he was in fourth stage cancer and is considering suing. It appears most chronic diseases can actually be cured in stage 1 or even 2 if you read Dr Saul's accounts of MS, cancer, RA etc. But good luck seeing the right specialist with the right answer in time, they make their money on our late stages and get us as permanent chronic patients! And Michael knows because he became chronic it could come back like it did Farrah Fawcett. | M | 55 | 1X day | 4/30/2011 | 1 | swollen tongue | After 24 hrs on Pred I had severe pain in my lower back, hips and groin area, so my dr dropped my dosage to 10 mg twice a day. After a couple more days, I woke up with tingling all over my face, arms and hands. I felt like there was pressure in my head, behind my eyes and ears and my pulse rate went up to the mid 80s. I went to the dr and he did not believe it was the Pred causing the tingling and anxious feelings, but he dropped me down to 10 mg once a day. After a few days, I stopped (on day 7). While on Pred and even a week and a half after stopping the Pred, I had numerous panic attacks and my palms sweated constantly. I even missed a couple days of work. I felt like I was in a fog and somewhat disconnected from my body and disconnected from my emotions, causing me to withdraw from my friends and family. The feelings were almost unbearable. I have been off it now for 13 days and finally feel like myelf again (thank the Lord!). The only drawback is that my tongue is swel | If your doctor does not believe that the Prednisone is causing side effects after just a few days, go see an allergist. They prescribe it all the time. I went to my allergist and she reassured me it was definitely the Pred causing my anxiety and discomfort. She told me Pred stays in the system for 2 weeks and after that, the side effects would disappear. I cried from pure relief that I was not going to stay this way and for the validation she gave me. You know your body more than anyone. Listen to your body. | F | 32 | 7 days 20 mg 2X day | 3/24/2011 | 4 | rash/allergic reaction | Difficulty sleeping, fast heart rate, some impatience/anger issues | Taking with antibiotic (and other meds I always take) due to mysterious rash/allergic reaction. Prednisone and/or the antibiotic have really made my rash get better. Prescribed 40mg for 2 days, 30mg for 2 days, etc down to 10mg for 2 days and then I'll be done. (for a total of 7 days). On day 3 I did start to notice I can't settle down and I can be VERY impatient, little things annoy me and my heart rate is up. Hoping this is temporary. | F | 23 | 7 days 10-40 1X day | 3/1/2011 | 3 | autoimmune hepatitis | Weight gain(exercise), hairiness, swollen face(warm mask), low blood sugar(eat small meals every few hours), mood changes(support group, communication), body aches and pains(exercise, heated blanket),missed periods and maybe some I'm not aware of. | The difficulty I faced with my change of medication was scary. The instruction given to me to stop taking prednisone, after long-term use of over two years, and beginning entocort had quite a negative effect on me. On a Wednesday morning, I had officially been without prednisone for a full day. I had all intention of starting my new medication(entocort) that morning, and I did. However, the agony I felt when I awoke was overwhelming. My body was sore from my head to my feet, and I was depressed with unstoppable thoughts of suicide. My stomach swam with anxiety and I felt like lashing out violently. With the support of my family, I was able to gain some type of control. We realized I was in trouble and began research on the internet. We came to the conclusion that I was suffering from withdraw from prednisone. I resumed taking a small dosage,and I have not struggled with sudden outburst since. This situation was unexpected and extremely dangerous, so I felt it imperative to let someone know my experience. Hopefully this information can help another. Now I am taking entocort three times a day as instructed. However, I have chosen to ween myself off of the prednisone as a precaution(doctor is aware). I feel like I am better able to manage my thoughts and feelings while going through these new changes. Thanks. | F | 31 | 2 years 20 mg 1X day | 3/1/2011 | 3 | Pemphigus Vulgaris | Moon-face, acne, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, moodiness, weight gain, increased appetite, nervousness/confusion, shaking hands, increased sweating, stiff/aching joints, water retention, insomnia, fatigue, hyperactivity | Though this did essentially get rid of my extremely rare skin disease (at least temporarily...), the side-effects were hard to deal with, and some even continued to plague me long after I stopped taking the medication. | F | 17 | 6 months 50 1X day | 2/26/2011 | 4 | UC | gained over 60 pounds, moon face, fat pads on back of neck, easy bruising, skin dryness, dry mouth, muscle weakness, hair growth on the face and neck, shoulder joint pain, insomnia, reduced libido, major anxiety, depression, moodiness, irritability, high blood pressure, skin tags, menstrual disorders, difficulty maintaining train of thought, fatigue (although could be due to Imuran), mental confusion/indecisiveness, blurred vision, frequent urination, leg cramps | I had uncontrolled Ulcertaive Colitis. Was on Remicade, but developed neuropathy and had to be taken off of it. Started Lialda and Prednisone. They worked but I could not go below 40 mg of Prednisone without flaring again. Added Imuran 100 mg and am now down to 20 mg of Prednisone. Most of the last half of the symptoms I listed have been in the last 3 months, so I am attributing to long term use. | F | 38 | 18 months 20-40 mg 1X day | 2/18/2011 | 1 | Sinus and Double Ear Infection | Panic attacks, paranoia, psychosis, severe depression | I do not have any history of mental illness or depression. I am usually always a happy and easy-going person. After a few days of taking prednisone I was having horrific panic attacks and paranoia, which turned into SEVERE depression, uncontrollable crying. Had to leave work early some days because I could not compose myself. I was on the ground of my work parking lot telling my best friend that I wished I was dead. Any thought that came into my head was one of dread or utter despair. I was hours away from my family sending me to the psych ward. I've never taken any psych meds and now my doctor had to put me on Xanax and that didn't work... now I am on Valium and Zoloft daily. This drug is ruining me. I feel the complete opposite of myself. I am still struggling with the severe depression and I can only pray that I get better. DO NOT TAKE PREDNISONE. | F | 23 | 4 days 4mg 6X day | 2/15/2011 | 1 | Severe Sinus Infection | Panic attacks, paranoia, insomnia, severe depression, psychotic thoughts, feelings of dread and hopelessness, difficulty concentrating, disconnection from reality. | Before taking this drug I was FINE. Never on any anxiety or depression meds other than Lexapro for 2 months in college. Even if I had to clean my house or run errands I was happy as a clam. This drug is ruining my life. I can't focus at work, all I do is cry and I am inconsolable. I can't enjoy anything and all my thoughts are of despair. DO NOT TAKE PREDNISONE UNLESS IT YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT. All I want is to feel normal again. I hope I can help someone by letting them know they are not alone. | F | 24 | 4 days 4mg 6X day | 2/14/2011 | 1 | Prednison | Headache, High Blood Pressure 157/94, Anciety, racing heart, Aching in legs, Tiredness but not able to sleep without Meltonin, Slept 16 hrs yesterday still tired. Last dose was on wed. side affects still happening. | DONT ever take this unless you have to. I do not know why it was given to me as it did not help what I went in for which was a cold..Dr said Sinuses still have draining, cough, and feel like crap. I will never take this medicine again no matter what. | F | 56 | 5 days 60mg 1X day | 2/6/2011 | 4 | severe allergies and asthma | insomnia, short temper, high blood pressure, mood swings, frequent urination, low sex drive, eye pain | My allergies are severe to the point that it's debilitating, not being able to breathe through my nose at all, no sense of smell, sick amounts of thick mucus, constant headaches, and feeling very fatigued at all times. I'm allergic to dust mites so that means it's year round and it's impossible to escape. Prednisone is the only medication I've ever taken powerful enough to reverse all of this, and I've tried just about every allergy medication out there. When I first start taking it I feel like superman. I get an explosion of energy, all of my allergy symptoms go away, normal aches and pains that I feel disappear. I can go to the gym and workout all day and feel little pain whereas normally I can barely make it through a workout. The downside is, after the first 2 or 3 days of taking it the negative effects really start to show up and after 5 days the negatives start to outweight the positive. The withdrawal effects are also absolutely horrible, I feel terrible for the first 3-4 days of stopping even with a taper. So prednisone is definitely a very effective drug for what it's meant for, and it has probably saved my life more than once from severe asthma, but long term use leads to severe side effects so only take it if you absolutely must! | M | 25 | 5 days 30mg 1X day | 2/5/2011 |