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Is It Normal To Have Nausea, Dizziness And Stomach Pain After Stopping Prednisone?

I was on Prednisone treatment for 25 days. I weaned down from 20 mgs for 12 days, 10 mgs for 4 days and 5 mgs for 7 days. I have been off Prednisone for seven days. I have been experiencing extreme nauseousness, some dizziness, and upper belly pain. Is this normal? How long will this last? Is this an adrenal suppression issue?
Mon, 1 Apr 2024
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Hi,

You took low dose Prednisolone for a short period. Prednisolone withdrawal symptoms are usually seen in patients taking long term medication and after abrupt withdrawal.

There are few things to consider here.
* Did you take any pain medication?
* For which condition you took Prednisolone?
* Do you have any stomach or liver conditions?

You should check your blood pressure. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Get adequate amounts of sleep. If you find your symptoms persisting even after a few days, meet your doctor.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Abu Sayeed Mustafa, General & Family Physician
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Is It Normal To Have Nausea, Dizziness And Stomach Pain After Stopping Prednisone?

Hi, You took low dose Prednisolone for a short period. Prednisolone withdrawal symptoms are usually seen in patients taking long term medication and after abrupt withdrawal. There are few things to consider here. * Did you take any pain medication? * For which condition you took Prednisolone? * Do you have any stomach or liver conditions? You should check your blood pressure. Avoid caffeine and alcohol. Get adequate amounts of sleep. If you find your symptoms persisting even after a few days, meet your doctor. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Abu Sayeed Mustafa, General & Family Physician