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Posted 1/5/2014 8:47 AM (GMT 0)
So, rapid heartbeat, anxiety! Are those normal, and if so, can I take something to counteract it? I can't even sleep anymore, I don't know what to do! Yes, I've tried sleep pills, Trazodone, everything! Should I have my doctor prescribe something. Again, I'm desperate!
Posted 1/5/2014 4:06 PM (GMT 0)
YES! Speak with your doctor first thing. Sometime the Pharmacy can be very helpful too.

What you are saying can be very typical side effects.

I don't want to say something stupid... give yourself a break long bath great herbal tea.

(Melody)
Posted 1/7/2014 9:50 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you, Gabby! I appreciate your response.
Posted 1/11/2014 4:20 AM (GMT 0)
Those are common symptoms taking prednisone. Some patients have very pronounced psychological side effects and others, nothing. Rapid heart rate is also common. I didn't have those problems even though on 60mg for many months and lower doses for 6 years but I know others who did have severe problems. What dose are you on and how long have you taken it? Taking sleeping pills is not a good idea. Talk to your doctor about the symptoms and see what he says in terms of dosage or an alternative treatment.

Bill
Posted 1/11/2014 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Bill- I'm on 20 mg a day. I'm seeing my Rheumatologist February 10th, to see what autoimmune I exactly have. It's honestly been a bit better since I originally posted.
Posted 1/11/2014 5:51 PM (GMT 0)
20 mg is not particularly high but for some it can produce the symptoms to are having . Glad it has gotten better. Maybe some of it was just pure anxiety....having an autoimmune disease with all the accompanying uncertainties is enough to give anyone problems.

Bill
Posted 1/11/2014 6:16 PM (GMT 0)
You know what bill, that's exactly it. I'm still shocked, a little depressed, just a flood of emotions. Thanks for the replies, I appreciate it.
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