Avoid individuals with infectious illnesses if possible. Notify your physician if you develop persistent signs of an infection. Prednisone may cause gastrointestinal irritation. Take prednisone with meals, milk or antacids. Do not take it on an empty stomach.
Prednisone can cause fluid retention.
Your physician will monitor this process. Fluid retention can be caused by sodium retention and potassium depletion through frequent urination. Prednisone may cause a rise in blood pressure. Your physician can treat this, if necessary. With periodic blood work, your physician can monitor this.