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I am taking prednisone 50mg today was my last dose, however today n yesterday i have noticed a odor could this be from the medicine?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly, because:: Prednisone can increase sweating, which may be contributing to an odor.

Answered 9/18/2015

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