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In on 60mg prednisone for 4wks then tapering for another four. when would i start seeing side effevts and what would they be. and the most serious?
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Within: A few days of starting, your appetite and mood may change. Some peoples sleep gets affected. Serious long term issues should not be expected during that time. ( cataracts, osteoporosis, adrenal insufficiency etc.).
Answered 2/24/2014
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