Just put on steroids, short-term....

blytheny
blytheny Posts: 63 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I've never been on steroids before, but I have a raging case of poison ivy. :(

This is a 6 day, tapered dose of SoluMedrol.... anyone been on this? I don't mind any of the side effects except the possibility of weight gain, now that I am FINALLY losing... but it'll be worth it, if it gets rid of the rash.

Anyone know of any way to get around the potential weight gain? Drinking extra water?? Really hoping to keep it at bay, if possible.....

Thx for any input!

Replies

  • MarisaDLS2
    MarisaDLS2 Posts: 108 Member
    I've taken steroids short term in the past for bad allergic reactions, bronchitis.
    You will get an incredible burst of energy and feeling very good (love that part of steroids).
    Use this to your advantage and work out.
    You might or might not get hungrier, I cannot remember feeling hungrier than usual,
    but other people have stated this does happen and it is temporary.
    Fill up on healthy foods, fruits/vegetables, and increase your water intake.
  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    I gain weight on steroids but it's very easy to lose it after.
  • LongIsland27itl
    LongIsland27itl Posts: 365 Member
    It's water weight and shouldn't be of any more concern to you than as if you drank too much water for a few days straight, no need to over think it
  • Mokey41
    Mokey41 Posts: 5,769 Member
    Weight gain usually only comes with long term usage. A 6 day dose isn't going to have any effect if you stick to your budget.

Categories