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How long do your glucose levels stay up after taking prednisone?
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It's dose dependent.: The higher the Prednisone dose, the worse the sugars can get for diabetic patients. As the dose is commonly tapered, the glucose levels improve. To answer your question more specifically, glucose levels should be back to normal within 12-24 hours after your last dose of prednisone.
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It Depends: It could take a few weeks for the steroid effect to really wear off, but if your blood sugar is elevated please makes sure your doctor is following it. Some people may require Insulin when taking steroids.
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