LOVE BLAZING SADDLES lol! But in all seriousness poor Jim's condition can really be what it feels like to be on Prednisone. The higher the dosage and the longer we take Prednisone the more severe hand shakiness or tremors can be. Actually, a lot of people that are new to Prednisone are quite shocked by this side effect because it's something that can come on pretty quickly and, although it isn't the most severe side effect, it is still pretty noticeable. I've had a lot of people ask me and the community of other people on my youtube videos and on our facebook support group if other people experience the same thing - there's always is a resounding, "YES!"
Why AM I shaking on Prednisone?
Drug-induced tremors (our shaking hand syndrome) is a simple nervous system and muscle response to certain medications and of course for us that is Prednisone.
Treatment
Unfortunately there is very little that can be done about the shakiness we feel on Prednisone. If the tremors are very severe and if they are affecting your whole body it would definitely be a good idea to seek medical attention. However, even if the tremors are slight it would still be good to mention it to your doctor just so your doctor is aware that you are experiencing this side effect and perhaps your doctor can adjust when you take your Prednisone or how you take it to help ease a bit of your tremors.
However frustrating this side effect may be it's important to remember that as you go down on the Prednisone the less you will feel those tremors and it will completely go away when you stop taking Prednisone and the Prednisone has had a little time to work it's way out of your system. It may stink now but we certainly won't be shaking forever:)
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