What side effects can this medication cause

Possible side effects from prednisone use include:

• increased appetite
• indigestion
• nervousness or restlessness

Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• upset stomach
• stomach irritation
• vomiting
• headache
• dizziness
• insomnia
• restlessness
• depression
• anxiety
• acne
• increased hair growth
• easy bruising
• irregular or absent menstrual periods

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing, closing of your throat, swelling of your lips, tongue, or face, or hives)
• increased blood pressure (severe headache or blurred vision)
• sudden weight gain (more than 5 pounds in a day or two)