Methylpred DP and rash

I had a severe allergic reaction to a Sulfa drug that I was taking to prevent infection . I had a skin cancer removed from my nose. As a precaution I was given Sulfa. I became very ill. I ran a high fever ( 103) . The Doctor said it was not from the Sulfa drug. Advised to go to Primary Care Dr to check for a Virus ( flu) . I ended up in the Emergencey Room at the Hospital the same day . By then I had broken out in a red rash all over my body. They immediateky asked if I was on Sulfa drug. I was given a steroid shot for the rash & tylenol for fever ;also prescription for Methylpred. It worked great. Now, after 2 months, I believe I am having side effects from the Methylpred. The instructions were to stay out of the sun whild taking Methylpred and for a while after the 6 days. It has been 2 months . When I get in the sun I break out in a rash that feels, looks & acts like a sunburn. I even peeled. I am 78 yrs old. I do not normally take drugs, so I had no idea I would be allergic to anything. The Pharmacy Dr. does not believe this side effect could last 2 months. What do you think? Ed

I was prescribed methylpred for a severe poison ivy/sumac rash, with intense itching. It didn't work that well on the rash, but two side affects are wonderful....I feel reenergized and can exist happily on less sleep. And the unexplained hand/arm numbness I've had for a few years, has disappeared.
It's interesting to read everyone's comments, with contrasting side effects, and various reasons for their prescription.

Yesterday my doctor prescribed the dosepack for reaction to a tic bite that wouldn't clear up on antibiotics alone. He also thought it might help my chronic sinusitis. My sinuses are better and my knees which have a little arthritis also feel pretty good. The rash from the tic bite is slowly fading already and I am only on the 2nd day of 6. My only problem is the night time dose. I woke up feeling anxious several times last night and my legs were twitching. I am not looking forward to this evening's dose.

I'm taking Methylprednisolone to combat the rash that developed from my Poison Oak exposure. My dosage is 6, the first day, five the 2nd, 4 the 3rd, etc for 6 days. I am having a hard time concentrating. I feel like my mind is racing, and my body is full of nervous energy. I have no pain, and the rash is fading fast.