Platelet Disorder Support Association

Join Us:

Become a Member

Support Us:

Make a Donation
    Remember Me     Forgot Login?   Sign up   •  Web site Help & Info
!!! DISCUSSION GROUP RULES !!!

1. You must be a registered website user in order to post and comment. Guests may read only.
2. Be kind and helpful, not rude and cynical.
3. Don't advertise or promote anything. You will be banned from the group.
4. Report problems to the moderators. THANK YOU!

prednisone for itp

More
10 years 2 months ago #50769 by mrgooofy
prednisone for itp was created by mrgooofy
my doctor has me on prednisone tab. for my cronic itp. bbut the side effects are, i might become a diabetic,retain water more {witch is weight gain, that i am trying to lose,}high blood pressure
is the drug worth the side efects for a cure or not ????? help
  • EmilyK
  • Offline
  • Diagnosed jan 2015 at age 50 with 13,000 platelets.
More
10 years 2 months ago #50770 by EmilyK
Replied by EmilyK on topic prednisone for itp
I think it is rare that prednisone is a cure for ITP. For many it is a rescue drug if platelets drop to a dangerous level or it is used while you are trying to find something that might get you to safe level or into remission. I was on it for 6 horrible months. How long have you been taking it?
  • Sandi
  • Offline
  • Sandi Forum Moderator Diagnosed in 1998, currently in remission. Diagnosed with Lupus in 2006. Last Count - 344k - 6-9-18
More
10 years 2 months ago #50771 by Sandi
Replied by Sandi on topic prednisone for itp
If it were a cure, it might be worth it. It's not. It can give some people a remission but the length of it may not be very long.

How long have you had ITP? You said it's chronic...what other treatments have you tried?
More
10 years 2 months ago #50776 by mrgooofy
Replied by mrgooofy on topic prednisone for itp
:ohmy: hi, ii have had itp sence 09 that i know about. my doctor tryed a strong dose of steriods that help for a short time.my platlet count goes from 8K to 101K over the years.this is the only drug i have tried. going to the doctor wed and see if this helps with the itp.i check my blood glucose everday at the same time and it has gone up from 101 to 138.thanks
More
10 years 2 months ago #50777 by mrgooofy
Replied by mrgooofy on topic prednisone for itp
hi, i have been taking it for about a week, blood pressure has been about the same,blood glucose has gone up fron 101 to 138.
whitch is worse? itp or a diabetic for life?
More
10 years 2 months ago #50778 by Ann
Replied by Ann on topic prednisone for itp
You won't be diabetic for life. The glucose level will come down as you taper off the steroid. If it doesn't work to get a remission then there are other things to try.
More
10 years 2 months ago #50781 by Fervenz
Replied by Fervenz on topic prednisone for itp
mrgoofy:

I was diagnosed in early May...gave in as my count kept falling and took Pred (65mg) late June. I've been trying to reduce for a month now and am stuck at 25mg. I will only take a lower dose (thinking around 30mg) another time, because it is exhausting trying to manage the side effects of the drug as well as the withdrawal. At this rate I 'may' be off by Christmas.
At least it has been a break from bruise watching etc. and we know I respond to steroids for now. But to be honest that's likely to be all any of us get out of this journey... from all I hear.

Advice for the side effects, online here, has been invaluable, as well as all the wider info from people much more knowledgable than I am.

Wishing you an easy ride with it!
Ferv
More
10 years 2 months ago #50783 by mrgooofy
Replied by mrgooofy on topic prednisone for itp
thanks, i am only taking the prednisone right now, this morning my blood glucose was 138
More
10 years 2 months ago #50784 by mrgooofy
Replied by mrgooofy on topic prednisone for itp
hi, my doctor has me taking 20mg of prednisone once a day, i have a doctor appoinment wed. will find out if it helps
  • Sandi
  • Offline
  • Sandi Forum Moderator Diagnosed in 1998, currently in remission. Diagnosed with Lupus in 2006. Last Count - 344k - 6-9-18
More
10 years 2 months ago #50787 by Sandi
Replied by Sandi on topic prednisone for itp
20 mg's isn't too bad. You can talk to your doctor about other treatments if Prednisone gets to be too much.
Platelet Disorder Support Association

Donate

About

Stay Informed

Follow Us

IMPORTANT!

The Platelet Disorder Support Association does not provide medical advice or endorse any medication, vitamins or herbs. The information contained herein is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice and is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment, discontinuing an existing treatment and to discuss any questions you may have regarding your unique medical condition.


Platelet Disorder Support Association
8751 Brecksville Road, Suite 150, Cleveland, Ohio 44141
Phone: 1-87-PLATELET | 877-528-3538 (toll free) | or 440-746-9003
E-mail: pdsa@pdsa.org


© Copyright 1997 - 2025, Platelet Disorder Support Association. All rights reserved.
The Platelet Disorder Support Association is a 501(c)3 organization and donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.


Privacy Policy and Terms of Use