It could be a year, or in my case, since I was diagnosed, which was 4 years ago. Prednisone is an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that is prescribed for helping to control sarcoidosis. Corticosteroid means it s a steroid like cortisone. The doctor depending on the severity of the sarcoidosis determines whether or not the patient needs Prednisone and what the dosage should be. Side effects, like with any medication, can be a worry.
Prednisone is no exception.
Because of the side effects, prednisone is only prescribed if the impairment is severe enough. Bone thinning-Osteoporosis 2. Weight gain 3. Redistribution of body fat. Prednisone suppresses the immune system.