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What Causes Sleeplessness And Stomach Pain While On Steroids?

My wife was put on steroids similiar to medrol dose pack, she started to have heart palpitation, stomach pain and hot/cold flashes, unable to sleep with some lightheadedness. she stopped taking it , per dr orders-now she has problems sleeping, some stomach pain, she doesn t feel like herself , hot/cold flashes and a metal taste in her mouth with lips swelling. she has not told to come in but could this be from the medication? btw she has high blood pressure.
Tue, 25 Sep 2018
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Hi,

All mentioned complaints, most likely are side effects of Medrol. Medrol (methylprednisolone) can depress the immune response and inflammation. Common side effects of Medrol include:
•     nausea,
•     dizziness,
•     stomach pain,
•     sleep problems (insomnia),
Serious side effects of Medrol include:
•     seizures
•     high blood pressure
•     swelling.

As a person begins the course of corticosteroids in the Medrol Dosepak, certain common side effects can occur for example, the person may experience facial flushing during the first few doses of the medication. Flushing causes the skin to become hot and the face will turn red.

Medrol raises blood pressure in many people who take it. In high doses of corticosteroids, such as Medrol, the patient may complain of frequent palpitations. Dizziness as well as the associated sensation of light-headedness, may occur during the first part of treatment with the Medrol Dosepak.

A metal taste in her mouth you mention have not been reported with Medrol. Medrol can however cause oral thrush which would make your tongue feel furry and sore. Seeing so many side effects, stop Medrol medication, and consult with your family doctor.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Enton Dore,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Sleeplessness And Stomach Pain While On Steroids?

Hi, All mentioned complaints, most likely are side effects of Medrol. Medrol (methylprednisolone) can depress the immune response and inflammation. Common side effects of Medrol include: •     nausea, •     dizziness, •     stomach pain, •     sleep problems (insomnia), Serious side effects of Medrol include: •     seizures •     high blood pressure •     swelling. As a person begins the course of corticosteroids in the Medrol Dosepak, certain common side effects can occur for example, the person may experience facial flushing during the first few doses of the medication. Flushing causes the skin to become hot and the face will turn red. Medrol raises blood pressure in many people who take it. In high doses of corticosteroids, such as Medrol, the patient may complain of frequent palpitations. Dizziness as well as the associated sensation of light-headedness, may occur during the first part of treatment with the Medrol Dosepak. A metal taste in her mouth you mention have not been reported with Medrol. Medrol can however cause oral thrush which would make your tongue feel furry and sore. Seeing so many side effects, stop Medrol medication, and consult with your family doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Enton Dore, General & Family Physician