Posted , 11 users are following.
Just saw my rheum. She is diagnosing PMR and GCA due to positive response to steroids 60 mg last two weeks.
We are going to go down by 10 mg every 2 weeks til at 20 mg then slower from there if symptoms I go back to the previous dose without symptoms... added bactrim 3xs a week to prevent infection, added stomach protection.. and calcium and vitamin D
Does this sound about right?
1 like, 32 replies
We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.
lilian05079 linda04580
Posted
I suspect because you are on such a high dose of pred your rheumy has prescribed you protection for your stomach as preds can give you stomach problems..also the calcium and vit D is to protect your bones as preds can weaken your bones...i suspect a dexa scan will be ordered to check your bone density later on.....my very best wishes to you linda04580.....
lilian05079 linda04580
Posted
Hi linda04580
Apparently its the new trend prescribing preds and AB's because of the immune system being compromised and the susceptibility of getting infections....you sound as if you are well catered for linda04580...my very best wishes to you..