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Does taking prednisone long term cause dry eyes? ta i ing 15 mg daily for polymyalgia. can find answer on internet?
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I would look to other meds like simple antihistamines as a more likely trigger. Some of us develop dry eyes as a result of our longer experience in life.
Answered 11/16/2022
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