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Posted 6/19/2013 9:32 AM (GMT -5)
I am into my second week of 75mg Imuran. I am on my 9th week of pred and just dropped from 35 down to 30mg this past friday. The first week on Imuran I actually had a bit more energy and was feeling good. The past 2-3 days I have been extremely exhausted and feel like I am getting a cold (ringing ears, extreme exhaustion, stuffy head..). Any thoughts? Is this something that is normal and will pass as I get used to it? Thanks guys.
Posted 6/19/2013 10:28 AM (GMT -5)
I've experienced some tiredness if I forget to take a multivitamin, but the ringing ears and stuffy head don't sound like imuran side effects, more like a head cold or allergies. If it keeps up, see a general practitioner to make sure it's not something you need antibiotics for.
Posted 6/19/2013 10:52 AM (GMT -5)
I have just started Imuran myself. Taking 125mg, been on it 8 weeks now. Not felt any side effects so far. I am also on the last couple of days of a 9 week course of pred and so far so good - still in remission!

Imuran can take 3 months or more to become fully effective so if you have been taking it for less than 2 weeks then it seems unlikely its the Imuran. Your GI should be keeping a close eye on your bloods to make sure you are tolerating it ok.

I know some people experience tiredness when they first start taking Imuran but if you are suffering for extreme exhaustion then it probably best to get in touch with your doctor asap!
Posted 6/19/2013 10:54 AM (GMT -5)
Hm, I'm thinking its tapering down on the Prednisone. It's the only thing that makes sense. :sigh: My Colon has been doing great. (still mucus and gassy) but no pain or blood or anything. Pred is the devil I swear.
Posted 6/19/2013 11:18 AM (GMT -5)
I'm going to vote for pred tapering as well. You may also be coming down with something at the same time too.
Posted 6/19/2013 3:37 PM (GMT -5)
Give the imuran time. Like someone else has stated, it takes awhile to "kick in". I did not experience any of the side effects you have mentioned, my vote is for the pred taper as well.
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