Glucocorticoids are chemically synthesized steroids that mimic the effects of natural hormones produced by the adrenal glands. Parnisone should be used at the lowest possible dose to fight this disease. However, the common mistake of inexperienced doctors is to reduce the dose of prednisone or to interrupt it too quickly. Because prednisone is used so often, people are often concerned about the possible side effects. Undesirable effects occur more often when using prednisone in high doses or in the long term.
Possible side effects include:
Water retention
edema
Weight gain / obesity
High blood pressure
High blood sugar
High level of fat in the blood
Potassium loss
headache
Muscle weakness
Edema or face of the moon
Facial hair growth
Bruising is easy
Thinning of the skin
Purple stripes (furrows) of the skin
Poor wound healing
osteoporosis
cataract
glaucoma
Stomach ulcer
Inflammation of the pancreas
Aseptic necrosis
Uneven periods
Rounding of the upper back
Growth retardation in children
Increased appetite
insomnia
Psychiatric problems (depression, mood swings, objects search, personality changes)
Suppression of normal adrenal function