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Tapering off of Prednisone

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Feb 28 5:49am | Replies (313)

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@jules11

Hi, I am new to this discussion group. I have just had a tentative diagnosis of PMR, after lots of tests, discussions with my GP and a positive response to prednisone. I have an appointment with a rheumatologist in January, and my GP wants me to continue at 20mg for another week, making this 3 weeks, and then reduce by 2.5 mga until I see the specialist on the 10th. Prednisone has taken away all my symptoms, I am completely pain free, and so now desperate to reduce my dose down from 20 mg. Today, a week earlier than the GP said, I reduced by 2.5 and I am feeling fine. It’s just one day and I will hope that it continues. It’s great to have this forum. I am in Australia.

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jules11. I was on prednisone for another reason. I encourage you to take your time with your taper. Your body will thank you for giving it time to respond to the changing dosage.

Thank you to @johnbishop, @rosemarya, and @hopeful33250 for you comments. I feel really pleased to have found you, and to have a place where I can check in for reassurance, all the way from Perth, Australia. I’ll stay in touch.