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Dear dr, i am taking prednisone for my sarcoidosis in my eyes and my shoulder but now i put on weight is there any other tablet our their?
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NO: There's no substitute for Prednisone and yes, weight gain is a known side effect. The side effects are dose related. Your doctor can help you taper to the smallest effective dose and that may help. Good luck!
Answered 6/30/2014
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