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Posted 1/12/2014 8:35 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Everyone
New here I have a question am on prednisone and having high numbers. Ever since. Dr put me on Novolog flex pen to take before meals a add on to meds am on. It dose not work my sugar goes up for hours after I take it and then down a little 3 hours later by morning it is 102. Is this normal and what could be my problem ?
Posted 1/13/2014 12:07 AM (GMT 0)
Smiley welcome to HW . Im guessing that this question may be better answered by the diabetic folks then us. Im going to try to find a mod that may know but you may want to repost there .
Posted 1/13/2014 1:08 AM (GMT 0)
I will answer your question even though it really belongs in he Diabetes forum.


Predisone is a steroid and steroids typically cause the blood sugar to raise. When you are able to discontinue taking predisone you should see your blood sugars to drop. Until that time be sure to take your insulin like directed, monitor your blood sugars, and report them to your doctors.
Posted 1/13/2014 1:56 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, the prednisone is certainly the culprit. Most of us with diabetes try our best to stay away from steroids for this reason. I'd suggest calling your doctor about this, as he may want to add more insulin to get you through this. How high have your BGL's been?

As an example, my fasting usually runs between 100 and 110. My doctor a couple of years ago decided it would be a good idea to give me a shot of prednisone because the flu was kicking up my asthma. My fasting went to 460, and it took five days to get back to normal. I told her what a bad idea that had been, because other options would have been available.
Posted 1/13/2014 1:59 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Smiley, yes, what Jim1969 and Judy said. Prednisone will raise blood sugar and if you're on this steroid for a long time, your doctor will prescribe meds to bring the blood sugar down, which you wrote that he has already done. You can help yourself along with the Novalog if you cut out the heavy carbs because they also raise blood sugar: bread, anything with sugar or flour, potatoes, rice, for example.

It's important to monitor your blood sugar daily, and, with your doctor's instructions, your diabetes meds may need to be adjusted.

Good luck and I hope you are not on the prednisone for long.
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