A. Prednisone raises blood pressure in many people who take it. One reason is that prednisone and other corticosteroids cause the body to retain fluid. Extra fluid in the circulation can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Because cortisone is involved in regulating the body's balance of water, sodium, and other electrolytes, using these drugs can promote fluid retention and sometimes cause or worsen high blood pressure.
Similarly a transient increase in blood pressure can also occur after a cortisone injection although again this typically goes away within 5-7 days after the injection.
If you develop high blood pressure while taking prednisone, your health care provider may recommend starting blood pressure medication. A class of medications called diuretics may be used to treat prednisone-induced hypertension. They work by increasing electrolyte and water elimination in the kidneys.
Withdrawal of steroids generally is accompanied by reduction in blood pressure, but the benefit is greatest in previously hypertensive patients receiving relatively low doses of cyclosporine.
Common side effects of prednisone tend to be mild, especially with lower doses and short-term use. They may last a few days to a few weeks....Common prednisone side effects include:Acne.Blurred vision.Changes in behavior or mood.Dizziness.Elevated blood pressure levels.Elevated blood sugar levels.Fluid retention.Headache.More items...
Official answer. It takes approximately 16.5 to 22 hours for Prednisone to be out of your system.
How long will it be detectable? If taken orally, steroids can show up in a urine test for up to 14 days. If injected, steroids can show up for up to 1 month.
Cortisone may also (more rarely) cause osteoporosis (low bone density), fluid retention (swelling of the limbs and congestion in the lungs), high blood pressure, and alterations in mood.
Here are 10 lifestyle changes you can make to lower your blood pressure and keep it down.Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline. ... Exercise regularly. ... Eat a healthy diet. ... Reduce sodium in your diet. ... Limit the amount of alcohol you drink. ... Quit smoking. ... Cut back on caffeine. ... Reduce your stress.More items...
High blood pressure is defined as 130 or higher for the first number, or 80 or higher for the second number.
Prednisone raises blood pressure in many people who take it. One reason is that prednisone and other corticosteroids cause the body to retain fluid. Extra fluid in the circulation can cause an increase in blood pressure. Anyone who takes prednisone should have his or her blood pressure monitored regularly.