Prednisone for Gouty Arthritis User Reviews (Page 2)

• Jsmitty
• February 29, 2016

"I was off my feet in bed for 48 hours in terrible pain. Could not use the other meds I had since I was on heart meds. Doc put me on pred and the inflammation began to lift in a few hours. This was way better than any other med I had in the past for gout."

• ThusS...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 4, 2020

"I’m a 32 year old male and I’ve experienced a few cases of gout over the last couple years. This latest one was much more intense than the others. I was prescribed Indomethacin which has worked in the past. Almost a week later and zero ability to walk or even sit without pain, I went back to urgent care and was prescribed Prednisone. 4 hours after taking the first 60 mg and zero pain and swelling. I can walk gingerly and even took the dog on a short walk. I had almost forgot how it felt to walk without pain. I’m hoping the remaining regiment will kick this to the curb."

• Mallues
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 9, 2016

"I have been battling gout for almost a year. I have found Prednisone to be very effective for swelling (which is what my Dr. prescribed it for) in conjunction with Uloric and a pain medication. Prednisone is not a pain medication, however it does reduce swelling, in turn reducing pressure to relieve pain. The only drawback of Prednisone is that it can reduce kidney function if used continuously. I do recommend prednisone to reduce the swelling from gout."

• Manua...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 18, 2017

"Had a flare up for over two weeks, arthrexin, lengout, voltaren, codeine from Panadeine forte (so I didn't have to take in dangerous levels of paracetamol)... none of it did anything for me. Spent 5 days in bed, and the next 12 days hobbling around hoping that the pain would go away eventually. Went and saw a new doctor, who mentioned Prednisone, and said that it had been used for treating gout for the last few years. Took 50mg dosage in the late morning, was walking around within 5 hours, but still cautiously as I wasn't sure that it had just numbed everything, or had actually cured my ailment. The second 50mg dose in the evening and by 10pm there zero pain or discomfort, I could've gone for a 10k run without issue!"

• Wee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 23, 2017

"The most effective medicine for gout I REPEAT THE MOST EFFECTIVE thing is GUAIFENESIN. The expectorant! I suffered gout attack for 15 years or so - was on Allopurinol. Prednisone shots. You don't need ANY OF THAT. Buy the largest dose you can find; 800 mg tablets, 1200 mg is the strongest. Take at the first sign of an attack; repeat until the attack is thwarted. 2 is about the max for most people; the attack should end very quickly! I haven't had an attack in years. As far as I'm concerned, either it cured me or I grew out of gout in my early to mid sixties. I wish I had known this 25 years ago. YOU KNOW IT NOW. CURE YOURSELF with this miracle cure. Free from me to you!"

• Gout...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2017

"Thanks to everyone that has made comments below. Based on your comments, I took Prednisone last night after a business trip where I had a flare and ran out of meds. I was out of options when I got home from the trip and is was too late at night to see a doctor unless I went to the ER and spend $1,000's. When I got home and limped to the medicine stash, I found and took a Tramadol and noticed some Prednisone. The Prednisone has been sitting around for years, and I don't know how we got it, but when I searched for gout and Prednisol it took me to this page. I read all of the experiences here and then did some other research before taking 40 Mg at about 11:00 PM. By 1:00 AM, I was able to go to sleep. All fine now. Amazing."

• Sweet...
• November 9, 2014

"Prednisone is amazing! I had a gouty arthritis for 8 years. My gouty arthritis starts after I had kidney stones 9 years ago. My uric acid and creatinine is very high in the blood laboratory test. Doctor prescribed me allopurinol & colchicine but when I try prednisone because it was recommended to me by a friend, it was better than colchicine. I try to intake 30mg a day after 4 days my gout was gone. I don't recommend prednisone to use it for long period of time because it lowers your immune system. Use only when you needed it, if this medicine could not cure your gout, stop immediately to avoid side effects. "

• James...
• September 22, 2016

"I only use pred for gout when the pain is so bad I cant sleep, walk and am really struggling. Works great on reducing pain in a short time. Best to take in mornings to avoid sleepness nights! Short term use isnt too bad but I was on the things for nearly a year for ulcerative colitis and be warned side effects, withdrawal symptoms and damage to health can be horrendous"

• The...
• November 27, 2016

"So, I have suffered from gout for many years. My first attack hit my shoulders and was at the age of 28. I have since tried various treatments including Diclofenic, indomethacin and Naproxen. As I was suffering from gout every few weeks, I ended up taking these type of NSAID drugs for periods ranging 1 week to 4 weeks at least 6 times a year. They almost gave me an ulcer in my stomach. I have also used prednisolone for some time- yes it did take down inflammation in the short run but caused my attacks to repeat more often, in different joints and for lengths of time that I had never seen before. I then listened to a podcast by a chap Raj Bhachu on Ben Greenfield where he talks about fructose being a major contributory factor to gout. As I"

• JDano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2020

"I have had attacks of gout for the last few years. I am now 70 years old, retired Army, and have always excercised regularly till about 65. My Gout started in the big toe and since has spread to my fingers knees etc. I was given 20 MG of Prednisone 7 tablets. After taking two the pain has almost completely gone from my fingers and knees. I play the Guitar and this seems to have started the last attack. I have tried allopurinol, meloxicam and Celebrex with no good results. Always had to take Ibuprofen with stomach problems like heartburn. What are the side effects of Prednisone. I wish there was something that could be taken that would keep this stuff down without side effects. That would be wonderful. Any suggestions?"

• PainH...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• March 20, 2018

"My Gout attacks are down to about one a year but when they hit they hit hard. Pain is unbearable. I have tried every treatment under the sun and nothing works but Prednisone. I get a shot and the next day start a 50 MG dose pill once a day for five days. Presto. Pain starts going away within two hours but be warned you MUST finish the prescription for it to work. There are other medications but I have never heard of them working for anyone. This will work! If you have gout you know there is no pain like gout pain."

• belly
• December 19, 2018

"Been dealing with gout for 3 years and have had 4 pretty nasty flare-ups, the last two being excruciating. Colchicine only made it worse. Indomethacin offered little relief. Finally I had enough and went to the doctor to talk about finding a different solution. We talked through what worked and what didn’t and he suggested Prednisone. 50mg for 7 days. My pain level was an 8/10 when I took my first pill and dropped to about 2/10 less than 2 hours. 2 days later and I’m 95% pain free! Absolutely amazing. If something isn’t working for you then be proactive with yourself and your doctor and explore new solutions. Another thing that works for me when it’s hours/days before I can get to the doctor. - 10 Oz of Pure Tart Cherry juice Followed by Glass of cold h20, 1 tbls of apple cider vinegar, juice from a lemon, tsp of turmeric, splash of Cherry Juice to dilute for better taste."

• Jay
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 11, 2019

"I got prednisone and it was unbelievably fast pain relief from gout attacks. I can take one 30mg tab when a gout flare up begins and it stops it within the hour. If you have gout attacks you owe it to yourself to try it. Better living through Chemistry!"

• Mr Lo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2014

"Been experiencing large hives on feet and hands for several years due to chronic Lyme. When first started experiencing joint pain in mid foot joint between small toe and ankle I assumed it was more of the same but did not go away in the typical 24 hrs last week. In fact it got worse over several days while traveling for work. When I got to my daughter's she made me see a doctor immediately and was diagnosed with gout. They prescribed 3-20 mg for 3 days with 1/2 tab reduction each 3 days until completing script. Pain subsided within 30 min of first day but pain did reoccur approx 18 hrs later as prednisone wore off. I took 2nd dose same results decreased inflammation and better mobility. Its been 13 hours and cannot sleep, foot feels hot."

• Sleep...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2019

"On prednisone for Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystal deposition disease (CPPD) or sometimes called pseudo gout. Anyway 15 days on prednisone: 40mg - 5 days, 30mg for 5 days, 20mg for 5 days. Now at 14mg and I had the first uninterrupted 4 hour sleep. The past days only slept in one hour increments. No other side effects except immense fatigue and malaise. My condition used to be called pseudo gout. It consists of calciul crystls forming in joints causing massive swelling. This time my hands, last time my knees in 2011."

• Don
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2019

"I had my first gout attack at age 50. Now at 60, attacks seem to be more frequent. Ibuprofen 800 mg barely takes the edge off the pain but Prednisolone is a life saver. Prednisone is very good but Prednisolone works much faster and does not have to be metabolized by the liver. Within 2 or 3 hours after the first dose, the swelling was down and I was able to walk without a limp. Wonderful Medicine!!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 22, 2019

"Colchicine is useless when I have a gout outbreak, but prednisone works within 30 minutes. My doctor is afraid of the long term effects of steroids and won't prescribe prednisone for me, but we're going to have do something besides the colchicine."

• Anony...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2019

"After multiple gout attacks in the past few years, I have found that dehydration and minor injuries/ overworking tend to trigger flare ups in my feet and and ankles. I have found that taking prednisone at the first sign of a gout flare up can completely prevent a full blown attack from happening. In the event you don’t have any pills at the first sign of the attack and it goes full blown, taking prednisone will reduce the pain and swelling by 50% in the first few hours, and you will be walking without an aid in 24 hours. If you have a physical job, you will be back to work within 2-3 days. Don’t let it drag on for weeks, tell the doctor you want prednisone, and if you have frequent attacks, try to get some extra for the next time you feel one coming on. Also if you are having regular attacks you should get a preventive med eg. allopurinol this will prevent you getting the crystals building up."

• Lip
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 10, 2019

"I'm 51 and got my first gout attack at 30. About every 3-5 yrs get an attack. Indocin takes pain from 10 to maybe 7 prednisone takes pain from 10 to 2 quickly and gone within a couple days. I highly recommend prednisone."

• Kiwik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 2, 2016

"Daddy Bean. Your symptoms/attacks are identical to my own. Currently on 700mg Alopurinon and due another 6 monthly check in 2 weeks. I'm 4 weeks into my latest attack which has primarily been right knee - only has left to linger on right, then left foot to left knee and back to right knee where it's made itself at home for the last 4 days. This is the worst acute attack I've had in 15 years. Still not diagnosed as gout as it moves and comes as quickly as it goes. Hopefully rhumatologist will investigate pseudo gout (calcium) or more likely Palindromic Rheumatism - would be really keen to hear from anyone who may have experience with this. Anyway Prednesolone is the only thing that seems to touch this at the moment. 6 tabs first thing."

• Helpl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 2, 2020

"Had been down with gout for three weeks. Flare came after taking albuterol ,which states as a side effect massive gout attack. I had the worst attack of my life. I have suffered for twenty years and this was the worst ever. Prednisone was prescribed and first day I had 50% reduction in pain and swelling. Three days and 90% pain free. I have to find a way to keep it in my life. It seems to be all that works."

• Rob
• September 27, 2020

"46 yrs old. Non drinker. Heart patient. Diuretics & Warfarin. Had an allergic reaction on my first dose of prednisone 50mg (2x25mg tablets). My palms & body began to itch all over & I had difficulty breathing. Ceased Prednisone. I noticed my gout pain settled after the single dose though. The next day I commenced Colchicine 500mcg (500ug). I took it for 4 days, 3 times a day, & the swelling & pain did not subside. It sent me bonkers going to the toilet with diarrhea & began to bleed on the 4th day. Colchicine was useless as it did nothing for me. On the 5th day I went back to Prednisone, but this time a smaller 12.5mg dosage (half of a 25mg tablet) & I had no allergic reaction on this small dose. The gout swelling & pain eased within 2 hours & I was able to walk again. Pain went from 8/10 to 3/10. Prednisone IS the wonder drug for gout for me. It works brilliantly. I just have to monitor my warfarin INR levels as it's known to interact with it and make INR shoot up."

• Philt...
• January 26, 2018

"Male, 67yrs. Crawled into emergency dep't after a horrific 11 day gout attack. Begged Emerg MD to renew an old script I had just finished for Oxycocet (toothache) and he says :"Does no good to just mask the pain..."!!! I look at him like he's a grade A simpleton. Prescribes me Prednisone saying it's blah, blah, blah second gen drug. Checked Wikipedia and told myself no way I'm taking a drug with side effects far worse than the disease and no mention in indications about gout treatment anyway. 4 days later, I caved and sent son to pharmacy...one Prednisone 50mg pill with a 400 mg ibuprofin gel cap and within 4 hours I was standing crutch-less on both feet making lasagna."

• Gringo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 2, 2019

"Had a couple of gout flare ups over the years but now on daily medication and normally only use anti inflammatories when it flares up. Had a really nasty flare up on Tuesday night and Naproxen was not relieving the pain and swelling at all. Saw Doctor on Friday morning and asked for Prednisolone after having read the reviews on this website. Absolutely amazing result, within 40 minutes could already start to feel a slight relief from the pain and by midday the pain was only dull and I could already start to bend the big toe slightly. Having not slept for nearly 3 days and being in agony, I wasn't expecting such a quick turn around and would 100% recommend this to anyone with a gout flare up. No real side effects, a bit of light headed (little bit wired) but no pain in stomach etc and the benefits of the pain relief outweigh any side effects."

• Denve...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 17, 2020

"I’ve had bouts of gout in my foot — big toe — through the years, perhaps twice a year. I just road through the pain without medication and typically recovered in a few days. A day ago, I ended up with truly unbearable pain in my knee that grew worse by the hour. I had a telemedicine visit with my doctor — it was Saturday late afternoon and I was incapable of walking without screaming and needed help. My doc prescribed prednisone. One tablet and a couple hours later I can only walk. While I’m still in some pain, it’s not constant and it’s tolerable. Prednisone has proven a godsend in my case."