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Are heart palpitations common while taking prednisolone?

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No: While Prednisolone itself doesn't cause palpitations, Prednisolone can cause a low potassium level which definitely can lead to palpitations. Potassium can be checked easily with a simple blood test.

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Answered 8/23/2020

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