Adverse effects do not occur in all patients and are usually related to the amount and length of time prednisone is used. Euphoria or depression may occur. The cause is uncertain. It is best to take prednisone it in the morning to reduce the chances of insomnia at night. Increased appetite and weight gain.
Prednisone increases the appetite.
Follow a diet to maintain your weight. Develop an eating schedule and stick to it. If you eat when you feel hungry, you will be eating all the time. Susceptibility to infections. Prednisone slightly decreases resistance to infection.