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What is a typical wean from corticosteroids? how long does it take?
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Time\and Dose!: We gradually decrease the dose, but my answer may not fit because i don't know your dose and time on it. Generally, if a person is on 20mg/day, we go with 20/15 every other dayfor one week, 20/10 the next, 20/5 the next, then 10/5 and finally 10/0. If you do a taper like this, no problems should ensue. Unless there is a serious need to be on the medication. Check with the dr. Who gave you the rx.
Answered 8/22/2012
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