- Try to never miss a daily dose
- Always try to take Prednisone in the morning
- Prednisone may increase your appetite, so stick to a strict diet to avoid weight gain
- There is a high risk of osteoporosis, so drink milk, eat cheese, and consider calcium supplements. Additionally, try to do some type of weight-bearing exercise (running, walking, weight-lifting, or aerobics) five times a week.
- Wear a medical alert bracelet in case of emergency
- Alert your primary care physician immediately in case of infection
Thursday, August 19, 2010
LFA DC/MD/VA Lupus Tip of the Week - For those taking Prednisone
Okay, here are your weekly lupus tips:
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