My husband and i were prescribed 60mg of Prednisone once daily for flea bites, what should we expect as far as

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the side effects of this medication. He told us to take it for 5 days. He prescibed it because the itching was unbearable. Any information on this will be most helpful. Thanks!

We are setting off flea bombs today in the house and leaving with the pup for a while. He is going to be treated also but not sure what to bath him in since he is only 5 1/2 weeks old, he is so tiny. He is a Jack russell terrier. And yes, i do feel for the pup poor little thing! I feel so bad for him and now i will know what any animal i see is going through when i see one itching!!!! It really makes you think twice after something like this! Oh, i think the reason the dosage is so high is because i have about 100 flea bites and my husband about half that! They are horrible.

Answer 1

What are the possible side effects of prednisone?
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking prednisone and seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
increased blood pressure (severe headache or blurred vision); or
sudden weight gain (more than 5 pounds in a day or two).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take prednisone and talk to your doctor if you experience

insomnia;
nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset;
fatigue or dizziness;
muscle weakness or joint pain;
problems with diabetes control; or
increased hunger or thirst.
Other side effects that occur only rarely, usually with high doses of prednisone, include

acne,
increased hair growth,
thinning of the skin,
cataracts,
glaucoma,
osteoporosis,
roundness of the face, and
changes in behavior.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

Answer 2

i've been taking prednisones for an allergic reaction to bug bites. my side effects have included: increased energy, insomnia, one violent mood swing, a puffy face and swollen ankles. However, the itchy skin rash is gone. i doubt you will experience any major side effects from only five days on the medication. just make sure you drink plenty of water.

Answer 3

My Dad was on Prenisone for a while and he had really bad mood swings. That sounds really harsh for flea bites!!!

I'd also call an exterminator or bug-bomb your house. Also get the animals treated right away. If you feel that bad, imagine how they feel .

Answer 4

Spray the yard also with 50/50 bleach and water also a lil salt epson salt soaks help heal the bites with aveno baths.

Answer 5

Weight gain and violent mood swings