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Will Prednisone Withdrawal Cause Rashes On Skin?
Two years ago I was diagnosed with PMR. I was prescribed prednisone. The PMR is much better and I have been off prednisone for about six weeks. Since that time I have developed a rash on my arm that itches severely. Please advise if my rash could be related to the prednisone withdrawal. Thank you.
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Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
It is very likely that the rash can be related to prednisone withdrawal.
I suggest to use antihistamines instead of prednisone such as Loratadine 10 mg daily.
I also suggest using a steroid cream for local application such as Advantan cream.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
It is very likely that the rash can be related to prednisone withdrawal.
I suggest to use antihistamines instead of prednisone such as Loratadine 10 mg daily.
I also suggest using a steroid cream for local application such as Advantan cream.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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