| Posted at 10:56 AM on Dec 04, 2008 by breannatala, #37071 |
I had muscle soreness and I hurt all over to touch after taking 40 mg of prednisone for 7 days. I know you are supposed to gradually come off of prednisone and I did cut my dossage down the last couple of days, but maybe that wasn't good enough. I wonder what the long term side effects of this drug are. My doctor said I needed it to help with inflamation from a really bad case of bronchitis. But how much longer are my muscles going to be sore. It has been almost 2 weeks since I stopped taking the prednisone.
Angela
Hi,
You didn't take much of this stuff, and therefore, your symptoms should disappear within a few weeks. It takes anywhere from a few days to up to two years in severe cases with prolonged use and high doses for adrenal glands (and the whole body) to return to normal. Taking a high-quality (not "one-a-day, a-to-z" formulations) is very helpful as corticosteroids deplete lots of vitamins & minerals fr. the body. Probiotics, and liquid Cod Liver Oil are helpful as well. Good luck, and if at all possible, stay away fr. corticosteroids as their side effects are many and far-reaching.
Multi-vitamin complex I meant.
You were probably sensetized by earlier use. And, need to see a physician who is knowlegable about steroids. I get severe symptoms when I have to take short term prednisone - blood glucose 300+, swollen hands, I look like I'm 8 months pregnant, plus fatigue, etc. BUT, it's the only med for exacerbations of bronchitis, asthma and copd - damn it. You have to decide if it's worth it for you. I've just had to take it for 2 months and it will take 3 months for my system to settle down. Nasty, but I do like to breath.
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