weight loss

[GinnyMa]

I was on 2.5 mg of prednisone for 2 years. I have now tapered successfully to zero. Is it normal to drop weight when off,?

[PMRpro Ambassador]

Yes, if you gained weight when on pred, it is likely you will lose weight at low doses and when off altogether. It is also a symptom of adrenal insufficiency.

[SusanEleven]

I gained so much weight on prednisone. Once I got to lower doses my weight started dropping. I’ve lost 69 pounds so far over the last four years. I also eat much healthier. (I’m heading for “club zero.” Down to 1mg.)

[Pusph]

I am still on Prednisolone and dropped weight rapidly in the first year so I would say that not everyone gains weight on steroids and that some actually lose it! I have had lots of tests - gastroscopy, faecal, scan etc - all negative - so it would seem to be just how I am. Was very worrying at the time though! xx

[agingfeminist]

if you feel at all worried about continuing weight loss please get it checked out....not everything can always be blamed on pred.