Question 1

could i drink when i'm on prednisone medication?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended. : Steroids make the body fight a disease process but also makes it easier to develop an ulcer of the stomach. 
Would not do this while taking prednisone

Question 2

my husband is 32 years old with left sided exopthalmos, he is on medication of tapazole (methimazole) 5mg a day? does he need to take again prednisone and how long?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It sounds like your husband has graves disease.  Taking tapazole (methimazole) controls the thyroid level but does not affect his eyes if the exophthalmos is due to graves disease.  Prednisone can be helpful if there is a lot of inflammation associated with his eyes.  This needs to be evaluated by an ophthalmologist with expertise in graves eye disease, typically a neuro-ophthalmologist.

Question 3

hx diabetes ii. allergic rxn to possible medication. stopped all meds, and on prednisone 40mg for last 5 days. sugar 250. wht num is dangerously high?

Accepted Answer

250 is OK: 250 for a short time on prednisone is usually nothing to worry about.  Any change in sugar levels which causes you symptoms is a concern.  If you are not able to drink enough fluids to keep up with the amount you loose in urine then your sugar levels require treatment.  If you run over 400 there is a higher risk of acid buildup or dehydration.  Over 600 the risk goes much higher

Question 4

i was prescribed prednisone after complaining oh headache. after doing a little research on the medication im discovering that many have experienced varying side effects from taking this medication. ?

Accepted Answer

Call prescriber: Side effects may vary with all meds, and if they are worse than what you are attempting to treat, may need to be changed. Discuss this with the doc who,prescribed that treatment for best answer.

Question 5

is prednisone a medication for tmj and is it effective?

Accepted Answer

TMJ - Prednisone: Tmj disorders are about tooth grinding or alterations in bite, except in uncommon circumstances such as jaw trauma from boxing or a car wreck. Anything that relieves inflammation in the joint is helpful. Prednisone is helpful for tmj, but should not be used on a regular basis, as many side effects are common with long term use of steroids. Go see your dentist, if pain persists.

Question 6

can i take prednisone with adhd medication (vyvance?

Accepted Answer

: One can take both but discuss why you need both with your Dr. Then weigh risks and benefits.   I would go to Drug.com and look up drug interactions with these and any other meds supplements you are on.

Question 7

on prednisone for bronchitis. wont be doing any smoking but marijuana itself will not have any negative affects on my medication? say edibles?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Mj can modulate immune system adversely and cause arterial constriction, worse if inhaled, but still present to a lesser degree ingested. Best to avoid entirely.  And get help for your cannabis addiction.

Question 8

i have severe seasonal allergies.take every medication. only thing that really works is prednisone or cortisone shot. possibke to take on a schedule?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not: Prednisone is not usually indicated for nasal symptoms.  See an allergist to find out what else can be done.

Question 9

are there alternate medications for prednisone?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There may be alternitives to prednisone, but it depends on what disease is being treated.

Question 10

is prednisone common medication used to treat shingles ?

Accepted Answer

Relatively common: Along with antiviral, helps with the pain and inflammation, commonly used for short period of time.

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Could i drink when i'm on prednisone medication?

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My husband is 32 years old with left sided exopthalmos, he is on medication of tapazole (methimazole) 5mg a day? does he need to take again prednisone and how long?

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Hx diabetes ii. allergic rxn to possible medication. stopped all meds, and on prednisone 40mg for last 5 days. sugar 250. wht num is dangerously high?

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I was prescribed prednisone after complaining oh headache. after doing a little research on the medication im discovering that many have experienced varying side effects from taking this medication. ?

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Is prednisone a medication for tmj and is it effective?

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Can i take prednisone with adhd medication (vyvance?

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On prednisone for bronchitis. wont be doing any smoking but marijuana itself will not have any negative affects on my medication? say edibles?

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I have severe seasonal allergies.take every medication. only thing that really works is prednisone or cortisone shot. possibke to take on a schedule?

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Are there alternate medications for prednisone?

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Is prednisone common medication used to treat shingles ?

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