why does Prednisone interfere with sleep?
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Cortisol, the body's natural steroid hormone has a circadian rhythm - it is highest in the morning and lowest late at night. This is what causes the normal waking-sleeping cycle.\n\nPrednisolone is a synthetic steroid, and by taking it, you over-ride your body's natural rhythm of steroid secretion and have a persistently elevated steroid level in your blood stream, leading to insomnia.
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I wouldn't recommend taking Prednisone for a long time.\nYou gain weight and your skin becomes more fragile.\nHerniated disc is a general term for back pain with a specific cause.\nHNP herniated nucleus pulposus is the condition when the jelly-like center of your disc is squeezed out like toothpaste into the spinal canal putting pressure on your nerves. A slipped disc is the entire disc sliding out from between vertebrae putting pressure on your nerves. Both are managed with physical therapy at the onset. If it worsens, surgery is indicated. It never heals, you only get used to the pain, less and less, everyday.\nPhysical therapy is designed to make your back stronger so the weight on your spine doesn't make matters worse.
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i had the same thig except not scalp an fingers an i drank different water/went to er doc gave me methylprednisoione,an benydryl, said it was food allergy or clothes, orsoap, but i was stessed out too,now i cant sleep cause im wired an drinkin onlt diet soda cause i didnt get the benydryl, try over the counter benydrl they gave me 2 25 mgs. plus a shot of steroidsan i slep no hives too.
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Ibuprofen (Advil) can cause insomnia in some people, but it's relatively rare.
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I also have Crohn's Disease and have had it for 6 years. Sometimes it is bad and other times it is ok. I was also anemic. I choose not to go on any medication for various reason, but it is something you should discuss with your doctor. Predisone causes a lot of weight gain. You should maybe see another doctor and find a lot of online information that can help. Sometimes certain foods will flair it up such as dairy or spicy foods. If you want more information then feel free to email me.
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I've been on and off prednisone many times for my rheumatoid arthritis. Unfortantly, those are typical side effects for prednisone. My guess is that you only have to stay on it for a week or so -not long term like I had to - so the side effects will go away as the dosage is gradually tapered off. Call your doctor right away and let them know it's really affecting your quality of life. Do NOT just stop taking it as this could be dangerous. My doctor prescribed a lower dosage and I was much happier--or as happy as I could be on prednisone for months!
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Sounds like an allergy.  Try popping a couple of Benedryl before you go to sleep.  Not only will you get a good nights sleep, but if it's something in your bed or room you're allergic to, this may help you narrow down what your problem is.
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Side effects can occur from any medication and yes, prednisone is definitely one of them.  You can just type in the word prednisone into your search engine and it should bring up several sites that will tell you what the side effects are.  Has he notified his doctor of the mix up?
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Prednisolon is widely used in the treatment of COPD, asthma, emphyzema etc. It helps the patient's breathing especially during the course of a chest infection.\n\nI am speaking, both as a registered nurse and also as a relative. My mother died with COPD six years ago, i took care of her until she died. \n\nYou mention Mendrol, my mother was prescribed it but id didn't seem to agree with her, not as well as Prednisolon did. What i mean by that is that she didn't get over infections as quickly as she did on Prednisolon/\n\nYour mother should speak to  the doctor offering to increase her Mendrol, ask what would think about a course of Prednisolon. Her doctor may decide she is better off on Mendrol, in which case she could tell him that she asked for a second opinion.\n\nI don't know if you are in the UK or USA but should your mother ever feel that she was not getting the best tretment from her doctor, then Patients Charter states that she is entitled to have her views heard and switch doctor, if feeling that he would treat her beet.\n\nBest wishes
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Glucocorticoids vs. Corticosteroids\n\nBudesonide in comparison other corticosteroids has little influence on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis which also limit the need of tapering before discontinuation.\n\nBudesonide are glucocorticoids are a class of steroid hormones characterised by an ability to bind with the cortisol receptor and trigger similar effects. Glucocorticoids are distinguished from mineralocorticoids and sex steroids by the specific receptors, target cells, and effects. Technically, the term corticosteroid refers to both glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids, but is often used as a synonym for glucocorticoid.\n\nTriamcinolone Acetonide are Corticosteroids are hormones produced naturally by the adrenal glands which have many important functions on every organ system. Corticosteroids affect the strength of heart muscle and its response to natural chemicals affecting heart rate. They affect the water and salt balance in the body and also enable the body to cope with stress. Stress includes changes in temperature, pain, fear, anxiety and illness and can be hazardous if the body is not equiped to cope, due to low levels of corticosteroids. Corticosteroids allow us to respond to stress by increasing the rate and force of the heartbeat, increasing blood supply to essential tissues (muscle, heart, brain), increasing the body's supply of energy by raising blood sugar and by several other effects on body systems. Triamcinolone acetonide is a synthetic corticosteroid and is given by injection in many situations where a lasting corticosteroid effect is required. This includes replacement therapy in people whose adrenal glands are not producing enough natural steroids (adrenal insufficiency) and decreasing inflammation in certain disease states. Corticosteroids decrease inflammation by acting within cells to prevent the release of certain chemicals that are important in the immune system. These chemicals are normally involved in producing immune and allergic responses, resulting in inflammation. By decreasing the release of these chemicals in a particular area, inflammation is reduced. This can help control a wide number of disease states, characterised by excessive inflammation. They include severe allergic reactions, inflammation of the lungs in asthma and inflammation of the joints in arthritis. The injection can be given as a single dose to people who suffer from hayfever and don't respond to conventional therapy. This can relieve symptoms over the entire hayfever period. Triamcinolone may also be given by injection directly into a joint to relieve inflammation and pain and increase mobility of the affected joint, in conditions such as arthritis. Triamcinolone also decreases the numbers of white blood cells circulating in the blood. This is useful for the treatment of certain types of leukaemia, where there is an abnormally large production of certain white blood cells. It is also used to treat some diseases which are caused by the immune system attacking the body's own tissues (auto immune diseases). Triamcinolone is used in much higher doses than the levels of corticosteroids produced naturally by the body, and as such, the usual actions of corticosteroids become exaggerated and can be observed as side effects of this medicine. are hormones produced naturally by the adrenal glands which have many important functions on every organ system. Corticosteroids affect the strength of heart muscle and its response to natural chemicals affecting heart rate. They affect the water and salt balance in the body and also enable the body to cope with stress. Stress includes changes in temperature, pain, fear, anxiety and illness and can be hazardous if the body is not equiped to cope, due to low levels of corticosteroids. Corticosteroids allow us to respond to stress by increasing the rate and force of the heartbeat, increasing blood supply to essential tissues (muscle, heart, brain), increasing the body's s
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No-well I guess if it's a REALLY strong one you could sleep for awhile but not 3 days.  Everyboey reacts differently to med's if I take a benedryl I"m out in 1/2 hour if my hubby does he is amped.  It all depends on your body.\nBe careful
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It is very dangerous to take steroids without being under a doctors care.  Patients are given steroidal medications at certain rates and are also weened from them at a certain rate.  Steroids can cause many adverse effects including uncontrolled blood glucose (one of the side effects can be lightheadedness).  You're taking a lot of chances.  You could potentially be working out to look good at your funeral.
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Prednisone is probably one of the worst yet best drugs out there.  It is a miracle cure for alot of things, but unfortunatley there really is no way to get the drugs out of your system any faster, or naturally.  It just needs to run its course.  My ex husband was on prednisine probably 4  out of 5 years that we were together and it was absolutely awful.  He was on and off anti depressants and it was all we could do for him.  On lower doses Vitamin b helped a bit.  I wish you lots of luck.
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Provigil is a stimulant drug used to treat unusually sleepy people who have been diagnosed with narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome, or shift work sleep disorder. You should be diagnosed with one of these sleep disorders before taking Provigil, since sleepiness can be a symptom of other medical conditions.\n---------------------\n******************\nYour mind is the first part of your body to show signs of a nutritional deficiency.  A 'Chemical Imbalance' is a mineral imbalance, which is a 'Mineral Deficiency'.\nTake a good Multi-Vitamin and Mineral supplement, plus Omega 3 oils. All proven to enhance mental acuity.\n****************** \n---------------------\nProvigil will not cure any sleep disorder; it merely treats the symptom of sleepiness. This medication should not be used in place of getting enough sleep. You should follow your doctor's advice about maintaining good sleep habits. \n--------------------------\n**********************\nStudies show that DMAE can elevate mood and promote more restful sleep, as well as help increase mental focus, clarity of thought and muscle tone.\n**********************\n--------------------------\nProvigil, like other stimulants, has the potential for abuse. It can alter your mood, perception, thinking, and feelings, providing an artificial "lift" and potentially leading to a certain degree of dependence (although discontinuation of the drug does not produce physical withdrawal symptoms). Make a point of taking only the prescribed dose: Never increase the dose or take additional doses. \n---------------------\nFood does not reduce the effectiveness of Provigil. However, it will delay the onset of action by approximately 1 hour. \n\n--If you miss a dose...\n\nTake it as soon as possible. If you don't remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose. \n\nStore at room temperature. \n-----------------------\nSide effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Provigil. \n\nSide effects may include:\nAnxiety, depression, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, dizziness, dry mouth, headache, infection, loss of appetite, loss of muscle strength, lung problems, nausea, nervousness, prickling or tingling feeling, runny nose, sore throat\n-----------------------\nIf you have high blood pressure, liver or kidney problems, or a history of psychosis or drug abuse, use Provigil with caution. Be sure your doctor knows your medical history before you begin this medication. \n\nProvigil should be avoided by people with certain types of heart disease such as mitral valve prolapse. If you've ever had a heart problem, be sure to check with the doctor before using Provigil. \n\nProvigil may impair your judgment, thinking, or motor skills. You should not drive a car or operate hazardous machinery until you know how Provigil affects you. \n\nOral and implantable contraceptives are less effective while you are taking Provigil. You should use an additional method of contraception while \n-------------------------\nThe effect of combining Provigil with alcohol has not been studied. It's considered wise to avoid alcohol while taking the drug. \n\nIf Provigil is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Provigil with any of the following: \n\nAntidepressants such as Effexor, Elavil, Pamelor, Paxil, Prozac, and Tofranil \nCarbamazepine (Tegretol) \nClomipramine (Anafranil) \nCyclosporine (Sandimmune) \nDiazepam (Valium) \nItraconazole (Sporanox) \nKetoconazole (Nizoral) \nMAO inhibitors such as the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate \nMethylphenidate (Ritalin) \nOral contraceptives and hormonal implants \nPhenobarbital \nPhenytoin (Dilantin)
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what does she tell you?  Did you get your Thyriod tested?  Are you depressed?  have you tried taking a decongestant before you go to sleep at night to help you sleep?  exercise always helps me...  maybe you should go to the doctor and get a second opinion.
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I am currently taking Modafinil and I would say that it will definitely not allow you to get rid of the need to sleep.  It only works for about 15 hrs, and sometimes doesn't seem to work at all and I wonder if some are sugar pills (highly unlikely).  You need to sleep to allow your body rest to repair itself. Your immune system also gets significantly weaker when you are deprived of sleep. The drug insert claims that when they kept rats constantly awake with drugs, they soon died of massive blood infections. If you don't sleep, you will soon be sleeping forever.
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It could be that your cortisol levels are elevated. Chronic elevation of the stress hormone cortisol has been shown to disrupt normal sleeping patterns.  Make sure to excercise early in the day and listen to calming music before bedtime. Meditation can help.