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My doc prescribed prednisone to treat a suspected temporal arteritis, and I am also taking relafen. Is it possible that these two interact, and what would happen if they did ?

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My doc prescribed prednisone to treat a suspected temporal arteritis, and I am also taking relafen. Is it possible that these two interact, and what would happen if they did ?

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Thank you Answer: About the only interaction would be an increased risk of ulcers of the gi tract. Generally, most physicians would try some medications to prevent/minimize the risk of ulcers. Also, most physicians would use some medication while taking the prednisone to minimize the bone loss inherent in using steroids. Discuss this with him/her if you haven’t.