Taking corticosteroids are considered to be safe and helpful but there are a lot of side effects that some people might not like. When you are having these side effects such as weight gain you should see about doing something else.

Corticosteroids can become dangerous if you take over the amount of pills that the doctor prescribed. You should drink plenty of water when taking Corticosteroids. Talk with your doctor and find out how long you will be on Corticosteroids. If you will be on it for awhile make sure that you sit up appointments with your doctor so that he can be updated with how you are doing.

While Corticosteroids works on many people it might not on you. If you feel that it is not working or you're still in a lot of pain, don't hesitate to tell your doctor. Give it at least a week or two and if no results are happening, call him. Don't get upset if the results don't happen right away.

While I recommend that you eat food when taking Corticosteroids, you don't have to. If you have a sensitive stomach or can't handle a lot of medications you should consider food. When you take it on a empty stomach after one dosage and you get a upset stomach, try and take food with it next time and observe to see if you still get a sore stomach after-wards.

It's a good idea to write down all of the changes that you see happening when on Corticosteroids. Write down everyday how you're feeling and if you notice anything or not. It's vital that you also journal your weight and make sure that you aren't gaining any while on Corticosteroids.