How to deal with bloating while taking methotrexate and prednisolone for arthritis?

[earthwitch]

If you are bloating badly, then this is really something you need to report to your doctor - either GP, or leave a message with your rheumatology nurse or rheumatologist. Don't just put up with it, because you never know if its a sign of something more serious. They may need to adjust doses, or do something different.

[Dogrose]

I was having terrible trouble with bloating, I've been on prednisolone quite a lot this year due to being between proper meds. I've been getting pains in my stomach and reflux and heartburn too plus being so bloated it felt like I was sleeping on a beachball! I was put on Omeprazole by my Rheumy and literally within hours of taking the first one I felt better, no bloating or reflux at all. I still do get a bit of pain but nothing like I was. I'm reducing the Prednisolone now so hope I won't be on the Omeprazole long term, it really was a wonder drug for me so maybe ask about it to see if it is appropriate? XXX

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Thank you both for your answers, seeing my doc tomorrow and hopefully get some help.

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Glad you're getting checked out. The thing that helps my bloating is drinking lots of water and omeprazole.