Prednisone Iv Steroid During Hospilization

Experienced COPD Flare, started 40mg with taper, Subsequent hospitalization when symptoms (Respiratory) became dire 2 days later. Then IV Steroid for 5 days in hospitalization, then two 40mg does with Levaquin after hospitaization, then off. Suffered another COPD Flare 5 weeks after hospitalization, again 40mg with taper. Severe side effects, including Steroid Psychosis/Mania. Diagnosed with Mania 11/01/14 Been prescribed very gradual increase of Lamotrigine. Now at 200mg, still not at recommended therapeutic dose, as of 2/14/14. See my Psychiatrist on Monday, 2/16/15. But would appreciate your input if seen. Thank you

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Received message that stated I had received no replies yet. Would at least appreciate some input from someone who experienced Mania after Steroids, specifically Prednisone. do know it is senstive topic, but as this is anonymous, would appreciate some response. Could not add to my original post as was suggested I add more details, but felt my original post included many details. So I posted what I could, and hope I receive some response. Thanks

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Hello, Donna! How are you? I'm sorry that no one has responded.

I've never been in such a situation, but yes, steroids have been known to induce bipolar mania and psychosis in some people that take them, along with nausea, dizziness, depression, insomnia and acne.

Are you diagnosed with mental health conditions? If so, then there is a greater likelihood of steroids inducing such a condition.

Has anyone else experienced this?

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Hello Donna, mood swings can be an issue with prednisone, particularly if you get irritated or frustrated. Key to controlling these is first to recognize that you have been overreacting and take time out if you feel you are getting irate. Second is to make sure you get your sleep. Aim for 8hrs but 7hrs should be a minimum. I would recommend purchasing an Iconic Fitbit as this monitors both the length and type of sleep you achieve. Most people think they get more sleep than they do. Do not expect to be able to get a full 8hrs straight away as it is not easy to get 8hrs sleep. TV, phones, laptops, caffeine, alcohol all mess with your ability to get good sleep. Good luck, hope these comments help.

P.s. the mood swings are both ways, little things can also make you exceptionally happy too, so watch out for these as well. Swinging from the too extremes of mood is not good as it enhances the effect and impact.

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