Prednisolone and Dizziness: What Users Say

• Zig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 7, 2016

For Inflammatory Conditions "First time taking pred and was on 40 mg for ulcerative colitis. Had the expected side effects: - Moon face - Weight gain - Swelling and joint pain - Bad headaches - Brain fog and confusion - Dizziness - Increased appetite - Irritability and mood swings. Overall, it did control my symptoms effectively for a while, but I do believe the side effects from this medication are worse than the actual condition."

• TDE...
• March 26, 2017

For Inflammatory Conditions "I have had a very stubborn sinus infection that just won't clear (6 months +). The doctor prescribed 7 days - 30 mg of Prednisolone. The first three days, I felt great. A lot of energy, clearer breathing, better sleep, however, after then it went downhill fast. My anxiety and panic skyrocketed after a year of being fine. I was shaking, weak-legged, dizzy constantly, my heart rate was through the roof (felt like I had drunk 10 coffees). I had worst sinus pressure and headaches as well. About day 5, it made my sinus problems worse as well, congestion and mucus production were in overdrive! Three days off them now and still haven't calmed down. Back to the GP we go :("

• Dee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 2, 2019

For Inflammatory Conditions "I was prescribed this medication for a tooth that needed a root canal. My dentist was unable to finish my initial visit because, even after 12 shots of Novocaine, I could still feel it when he hit that nerve. So he prescribed this. I took the first 6 tablets in 2 doses since I received it late in the day. Day 2 was great! I had no tooth pain, and I felt 15 years younger! No knee pain, neck pain, or back pain either. I did notice a couple of incidents of heart palpitations that evening, but I sometimes get those anyway, so I wasn't too concerned. I did notice that I was extremely thirsty while on this medication. By day three, I noticed my tooth throbbing an hour or so before I was due for the next dose, but I toughed it out. Day four was the same, but since the doses were further apart, it was hard to ignore the pain. By day 5, I was supplementing with Advil every 6 hours. Day 6 I had a little vertigo, but not too terrible."

• Anonymous
• May 17, 2010

For Inflammatory Conditions "Took Millipred for 2 months for an inflamed liver. The pills have a nasty aftertaste unlike the liquid form. Caused me to wake up several times per night. Not sure if that contributed to my irritability. It also caused dizziness. You should be careful if taking it with sleep aids."