yes, it does.
see:
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no it retains water
Headache is a known side effect of prednisone treatment.
decreases
Most herbal teas are not caffeinated so they do not have a diuretic effect. Some specific examples of non diuretic herbal teas are peppermint and chamomile.
Most herbal teas are not caffeinated so they do not have a diuretic effect. Some specific examples of non diuretic herbal teas are peppermint and chamomile.
The steroid Prednisone should not effect your menstrual cycle.
Inhibiting the release of ADH
Cerebrospinal fluid
No, it's a diuretic and has the exact opposite effect.
Prednisone is a steroid drug that helps with inflammation. Side effects of prednisone are depression, weakness, body aches, and weight gain.
I take a diuretic and haven't heard of this side effect.
Alcohol is a diuretic and promotes excretion. This promotes good bladder health.
Yes. The following link may be of interest to you: http://ibdcrohns.about.com/cs/prescriptiondrugs/p/medprednisone.htm