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Why does prednisone cause bloating and water retention when it's used as an anti-inflammatory to reduce swelling?

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Good question : Prednisone prevents active inflammation but higher doses can lead to passive salt and water retention via a different mechanism of action.

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Answered 7/30/2019

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