@tillysam Common recommendation is to go back to where you last felt good (say 10 mgs.), stabilize and then begin 1/2 mg. reductions when you're ready. If you have PMR and are in pain, you are not taking enough prednisone. Your inflammation will accumulate and you'll have a flare (if you don't have one already). I do hope your doctor is aware that approximately 20% of us who suffer from PMR have normal blood markers.