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Took 40 mg of prednisone for the first time 3 hours ago. still feel the wheeze i had from asthma/allergy.isn't it supposed to take it away instantly?

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Dr. Michael Sanders answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

No: It can take several hours before you feel an effect.

Answered 5/26/2017

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No: Even when given IV, steroids take hours to show any effect.The quick acting stuff is Adrenalin or albuterol or their cousins.

Answered 11/28/2017

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