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Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 7 1:58pm | Replies (37)
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Prednisone should always be taken after food to avoid gastric problems and possible damage. I see there are prednisone tablets marked "enteric coated" or "gastro resistant" which can be taken without food, but they are the only exception.

It doesn't need to be a big meal. I take my morning dose after a full milk coffee.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Sep 3 8:10am

I always took my prednisone dose before eating breakfast although I did sometimes have part of a banana. I did read that it can cause gastric issues but I never really had any problems taking it without food for both of my occurrences of PMR. Probably comes from eating all that junk food in my younger days working at McDonald's. 🙃

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jabrown0407 | @jabrown0407 | Sep 3 9:00am

Thanks for the build. I do take mine on an empty stomach, however it is within 15 minutes of eating so it's a little of both.
The important thing to keep in mind is that our bodies are biochemical engines. No two are alike thus rules are guidelines.

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