Why Do I Only Get Relief From Prednisone About 6 Hours After Taking The Pill?

Posted on Mon, 25 Jun 2018

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Question : I only get relief from prednisone about 6 hours after I take the pill. I take no other pain meds. I have lost about 12 lbs. since March but still have a good appetite. I do not have diabetes. Thank yoou

Answered by Dr. Purva Patel (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Prednisone may give delayed response in many instances.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

* In many instances, prednisone does take a longer duration of time for response.

* If the amount of pain is substantial, then addition of anti inflammatory medicines
after discussion with your doctor is recommended.

* In my clinic, I recommend
- Local application of analgesic ointment or spray as per the pain intensity.
- Exercises of joint mobilization with qualified physiotherapist to prevent further
joint stiffness.
- Balanced nutritious diet to avoid any nutritional deficiencies.

Hope this information will clear your doubt to some extent.
Welcome for further discussion regarding the same.

Dr Purva

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