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Is taking prednisone for a total of 20 days a year, spaced out in intervals, generally safe, or too much? i need "burts" every 3-4 months.

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Prednisone: As long as you are taking your prednisone you do not face the problem of prednisone toxicity

Answered 4/22/2018

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A member asked:

Is taking prednisone for a total of 20 days a year, spaced out in intervals, generally safe, or too much? i need "burts" every 3-4 months.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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