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Can prednisone cause alt levels to increase?
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Yes: Increases in ast, alt, and alkaline phosphatase have been reported. The elevations are usually small and reverse when Prednisone is discontinued. Long-term use of Prednisone can lead to fatty liver which can also increase enzymes.
Answered 8/19/2019
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