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Medications that make you gain weight [slideshow]
Corticosteroids
Oral corticosteroids, such as Prednisone, are more potent than inhaled forms and carry a higher risk of weight gain, particularly with long-term use.
Prednisone use longer than three months will usually cause irreversible weight gain. I have met several patients over the years who were very upset that they were never told of this well-known side effect — even 50 to 100 pounds within two years. It’s a great anti-inflammatory for a short course or with breaks between courses.
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