What are Prednisone side effects?

Answer 1

there are many possible side effects of prednisolone as it is a corticosteroid.

in the short term it can cause increase in thirst and urination, increased appetite, increased panting.

in the longer term if taken in longer courses it can cause weight gain, thinning of the skin, pot belly, Diabetes mellitus and iatrogenic cushings syndrome (cushings syndrome caused by excessive oral administration of prednisolone- cushings syndrome has a combination of the above symptoms) these are some of the more common side effects but there are others occasionally encountered.

if your dog has been started on prednisolone by your vet i am sure it is for a very good reason- if it is just a short course then the side effects will only be transitory and will subside when your dog stops taking the pills. if it is a medication for life please do not stop giving the tablets to your dog but discuss it with your vet. prednisolone is sometimes a very useful drug despite it having side effects. REMEMBER all drugs will have some side effects. please talk to your vet if you are worried.

Answer 2

There are some big ones, so here we go; * increased blood sugar for diabetics * weight gain * facial swelling * depression or mania * fatigue * mental confusion * blurred vision * abdominal pain * peptic ulcers (ulcer on the gastrointestinal tract) * infection * pain in the hips or shoulders * osteoperosis * insomnia * severe joint pain * cataracts * anxiety * black stool * stomach pain or bloating * severe swelling * dry mouth or mouth sores * Avascular Necrosis (loss of blood to the bone) * stretch marks * nervousness * acne * rash * increased appetite * hyperactivity * frequent urination * diarrhea * loss of intestinal flora (microorganisms that live in the digestive tract)

Answer 3

Prednisone is a steroid. The side affects include an increased appetite. Make sure all food is out of reach of your dog because they will find crafty ways to reach it. Also your dog will want to drink tons and tons of water. Only put a little bit in the water bowl at a time to prevent the dog from drinking too much water.

Answer 4

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

• bloody or black, tarry stools

• confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being

• eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes

• fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection, wounds that will not heal

• frequent passing of urine

• increased thirst

• irregular heartbeat

• menstrual problems

• mental depression, mood swings, mistaken feelings of self-importance or of being mistreated

• muscle cramps or weakness

• nausea, vomiting

• pain in hips, back, ribs, arms, shoulders, or legs

• rounding out of face

• skin problems, acne, thin and shiny skin

• stomach pain

• swelling of feet or lower legs

• unusual bruising, pinpoint red spots on the skin

• unusual tiredness or weakness

• weight gain or weight loss

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• diarrhea or constipation

• headache

• increased or decreased appetite

• increased sweating

• nervousness, restlessness, or difficulty sleeping

• upset stomach

• unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body

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Answer 5

With any medication, make sure you speak with your doctor regarding any side effects that may be bothering you. Most side effects of Prednisone are nervousness, mood changes, sweating, sour stomach, indigestion, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping.

Answer 6

Prednisone (also prednisolone) is a corticosteroid and as such may present side effects in the kidneys function. In some animals may induce exacerbation of motility and excited behavior

Answer 7

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

Answer 8

Jitters and mental effects, high sugars, fluid retention, weight gain, increased susceptibility for infections, thinning of the skin, weakening of the bones, cataracts.