Is 40 mg of prednisone a day common for polymyalgia rheumatica. i'm also on antidepressant medication for major depression. i've been crying alot.

High dosage!: If you trust the Dr. discuss reasons and learn prognosis. If not - seek 2nd opinion! Read this link: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/polymyalgia-rheumatica/basics/treatment/con-20023162 Work w/ therapist to improve mgmt of depression or again, find a more helpful one. These are hard to deal with - you want the best pros for you!