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I finished taking prednisone 8 days ago & ever since i've been waking up in the middle of the night with my heart racing. why?
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Need more info: The rapid heart rate is concerning. Please check in with a doctor who can do labs, EKG and help you get this resolved. Let the doctor know who prescribed the Prednisone that you are still not back to normal .
Answered 8/24/2017
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