Prednisone Anyone??

[MrsReber]

I went to the doctor today as I've been not feeling right. Today it was bad sore throat and a feeling at times that my throat was swollen and closing up.
Turns out I have strep (oh joy!!). The dr gave me prednisone to help with the swelling in my throat. I've never taken a steroid before so I'm a bit hesitant.

It says to take 4 on days one and two, then I take 2 pills for two days, then 1 pill for two days. I'm clear on that.

When I read the pre-printed directions, it said if I'm taking one dose daily, I should take it prior to 9:00am. Is there a reason I couldnt' or shouldn't take it this afternoon?

The pharmacist mentioned that it can make me jittery. Does this normally happen? I dont't want my heart to be racing all afternoon, either, but I would like to breathe easily. It's not much fun feeling like this.

Should I take it with food? It didn't really specify.

I'm confused. Please help me. :D I know, I should've asked these questions when I was at the dr's office, but my head is kind of cloudy.

I know that I have to continue the course once I start so I want to make sure I know what I'm getting into!

[cchhbb]

Susan,

I've been on some different steroids due to throat swelling in the past. The reason that the directions might state taking it early in the day is it sometimes makes people jumpy and have difficulty sleeping. I've found that true for me.

Hope you feel better.