solumedrol infusion side effects

It leaves you with some unpleasant side effects but SOOOO worth it. The side effects can be insomnia, so ask for Ambien PRN should you need it, heart burn, so pick up some OTC Zantac and a really yucky taste in your mouth while your getting the infusion but Lemon drops or other strong hard candy fixes that right up. For me, I went from barely walking and so weak to walking on my own after 3 days of infusion. I haven't had a flare since and it's been a year.

Many docs follow 3/5 day Solumedrol with a 12 day oral taper. That's what I did in August following 5 days of IVSM -1g. I think I started at 60mg and worked down to 10 over 12 days.

I am like you, it makes me feel like poo for a few days after the infusion. Doing a second infusion is totally up to you. I wish that I could make the decision for you and already know the outcome for your health after it is done. But I don't have that ability to look into the future. I wish I did. I guess this all comes down to how much you trust your doctor, to do what is in your best interests. Do you trust him?

yeah, I have a love/hate relationship with Solumedrol but if I undergo another infusion I will know to insist on a Prednisone wean to allieviate the withdrawal symptoms which I am sure is what the problem was the last time. Something you might want to consider is building up your potassium level prior to the infusion...low level potassium can wreak havoc with Solumedrol as well. Banana's have the most potassium but there are other foods that contain it such as potatoes.

I was admitted into the hospital for infusion, 2 days of 325 mg solumedrol and 3 days of 1000 mg solumedrol. I was then discharged on another 4 week oral schedule of prednisone of which I'm on week one, 60 mg/day. This second time, the infusion saved my right ear. Or seems to have, so far. It has done nothing for the headache though. After my first Abomb (1000 mg dose), my headache initially did ease up, but not go away. However, it hasn't eased up at all since that one time.

I just wanted to let you know that the last time I had an infusion it was for 3 days and the side effects for me were horrible. I called the MS nurse and she said that the steroids stay in your system for about 10 days so I would have to wait until after then to see how I felt. In your case you had the infusion for 5 days so I would imagine the steroids would be in your system a little longer.

Taking steroid infusions is a big decision as there side effects as you may recall from your first infusion. Your neuro might have his/her own policy on taking them, but if you both decide to do infusions, the quicker you get on them the better. Did you do your prior infusion at home or in an infusion center? Are you traveling by air to see your fiance?

m starting to feel better. I do have more energy (though that could just be the side effects of the meds) and I'm walking straight up and down (or very nearly) instead of leaning to the right because of the weakness on my left leg. Also the tightness in my muscles in my left leg feels significantly better. Numbess is the same, but the dizziness also seems to be improving so far. I hope it lasts.

I have just started a 5 day infusion course and I have a really dumb question. Should I continue with Rebif during treatment ? Dx 1988 but it's been at least 10 yrs since last steroid infusion...

It can take a few months to separate disease activity from treatment side-effects unless its something obvious like Copaxone welts. Be sure to mention this to your team when you go for the second infusion so this gets put in your notes and you get feedback from the pros. In the mean time, I'm so sorry you're feeling this wiped out.

Does anyone have any information on side effects of IV solumedrol? I have taken it before, but that was several years ago. I just finished a 3 day course and today is day 5. I am feeling very stiff and am having much more difficulty walking. Water retention may be a factor, although I am on a low salt diet. I have travel plans next week and am hoping to feel better by then. If anyone has any recent experience with this please reply.

How bad is what side effects do you get if any what do they help with also any effects to the heart with it?

I saw cases (on Internet) that it may erupt suddenly into grade 4 with every next infusion (some scary pics there). Anybody experienced really bad skin side effects with Doxil? Would it go away completely after chemo finishes? Anyone had positive effects from topical steroids? I would try them first before --if they help-- before other options. I am seeing my oncologist next week, after infusion #4 and obviously want to complete this chemo cycle with no interruption.

Do you have a diagnosis that warrants steroid treatment? If you do not have a diagnosis, please use caution when considering steroid treatment. Steroids suppress the immune system, which is helpful in clearing inflammation. If the inflammation is the result of bad autoimmune activity, the risk of weakening the immune system may be worth it for the benefit.

My body reacts quickly to corticosteroids. I recently had very bad flare and self-medicated with methylprednisolone (I have a standing RX for this). Cleared up/reduced most of my symptoms with just 12mg. This would be equiv to 15mg prednisone. Used for 3 days, no taper. Got rid/reduced deep muscle pain, torticollis, paresthesias (whole body), MS hug, headache, and some motor control issues. I weigh 100lbs. I don't like high-dose or extended treatment with corticosteroids.

Hi Everyone I start on my IV treatment for 5 days this Thursday, with 500mg of Solumedrol, I am worried about it, can anyone tell me what side affects i may experience, and how to prepare for it, and can i go to work right after the Treatment, thanks Tyler

I just read some stuff Quix posted in 2008 about having solumedrol at home...scary. Today I went to the neuro and he said I am getting worse. I knew I had 2 new lesions, but some other things have been happening. He gave me an order to have home health come and do it, but unless they administer it and stay with me each of the 3 days, I think I'd rather be more comfortable at the hospital as out patient as I usually do. Tomorrow I also get to go get a foot brace for drop foot..how fun.

Sound like you are having a lot of side effects from the use of the IV Solumedrol (swelling, stomach issues). I hope you start to feel better soon.

She told me that she had taken the steroid 3 different times for life or death situations and saved her life every time but left her with this crazy side effects. She told me every time she took it, the side effects left her within 32 days exactly but for me it didn't go away for months, and I sometimes still feel weird like the side effects but my aunt said this could just be stress or my mind playing tricks but either way I don't like it.

Thank you for the nice words, Kathy. Yes, I'm very lucky to have the support I have at home, and also to have consistently terrific medical care, esp in such a remote northern locale. I went back to Emerg last night for infusion #3. I am doing SO MUCH better than Tues/Weds, thankfully. After some discussion with GP yesteryday morning, I've decided to do the full 5 day course of IV steroids.

Has anyone had an experience where Tysabri triggered old symptoms to return, or had side effects similar to this? I looked up the side effects and it sounds sort of similar, but it's just odd that what I am feeling is exactly the same as my previous relapse, just way worse. Is this a relapse? Side effects? Something I'm stuck with now? Any thoughts would be helpful! Looking forward to reading more!

I am wondering if perhaps this might be a side effect of my steroid infusion? I just want to wake up and feel normal though...this is NOT me and I HATE it!

I have frequent urination with solumedrol too. It is usually a few days after my first infusion. Thankfully it is only one day of running to the bathroom. I feel like I retain water from the iv and it all decides to come out in one day!

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