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A member asked:

I have had a persistent headache, dizziness, facial hot flashes , extremity weakness, and feel like i am zoning out since finishing a medrol (methylprednisolone) pack?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

After effects: You are describing after effects of steroids it may take some time until symptoms subside. Keep drinking fluids to reduce the effects.

Dr Moeser and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/1/2013

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See below: All these symptoms should get better with tapering/finishing the medrol (methylprednisolone).

Dr Moeser and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/10/2013

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