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I am taking 100 mg azathioprine; 25 mg prednisone for crohn's flare. i have constant headache and fatigue. side effect?

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Dr. Richard Mangus answered

Specializes in Hepatology

Non specific symptom: Unfortunately, headache and fatigue are non-specific. You are on relatively high doses of azathioprine and prednisone. The Prednisone is a steroid. Side effects include trouble sleeping, nervousness, heartburn. Azathioprine suppresses immune system. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, poor appetite. The crohn's flare alone can cause fatigue and headache, just like any illness.

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Answered 11/25/2014

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A member asked:

I am taking 100 mg azathioprine; 25 mg prednisone for crohn's flare. i have constant headache and fatigue. side effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Mangus answered

Dr Alves and another doctor agreed

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