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New to PMR - Are Monthly Labs and Check-ups normal?

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Aug 11, 2023 | Replies (71)
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My Rheumatologist had me split the dose 2mgAM 2mgPM until I had some strong “PMRsymptoms/Prednisone Withdrawal symptoms” At that point he called for a morning Cortisol test and all the usual Blood work, we concluded that it was probably withdrawal issue. This happened 11/28/22 at which point I began a slow taper from 4.5mg to my present 3.5 all taken PM usually with dinner. I decided on a very slow approach. because of scheduled Cataract surgery. I chose the very slow routine mentioned on this site and also the UK site. Sorry can’t find the link I used I will post if I find it worth a read too see if it’s a fit for you.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Jan 16, 2023

@janiceem, Here is the tapering plan mentioned above by @papas

-- Dead slow and nearly stop reduction plan (Tapering)
https://healthunlocked.com/pmrgcauk/posts/131189593/dead-slow-and-nearly-stop-reduction-plan

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janiceem | @janiceem | Jan 16, 2023

Thank you for the info. What do you mean by strong withdrawal symptoms? More pain?
I think I will change the time of my dose to dinner time, as long as it doesn't affect my sleep. If I feel any pain at all, it is usually around 5:00 AM and it is only a slight muscle soreness in my deltoid muscles--nothing that keeps me awake. As soon as I get out of bed, there is no soreness at all.

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