Take your Prednisone with food. This significantly reduces stomach irritation.
Dietary Adjustments
- Consume smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day instead of three large ones. Increase your intake of easily digestible foods like plain rice, oatmeal, and bananas. Avoid spicy, greasy, or acidic foods known to trigger heartburn and upset stomachs. Stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
Consider adding probiotics to your diet. These beneficial bacteria can support gut health.
Lifestyle Modifications
- Avoid alcohol and caffeine, both of which can irritate the stomach lining. Stop smoking. Smoking further increases the risk of stomach ulcers. Manage stress levels. Stress can exacerbate digestive problems.
If you experience persistent stomach pain or discomfort, consult your doctor. They may recommend medication to protect your stomach lining, such as a proton pump inhibitor or histamine-2 blocker.
Medication Options
Your doctor might prescribe a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) to reduce stomach acid production. Histamine-2 blockers (H2 blockers) are another option to decrease stomach acid. Misoprostol, a medication that protects the stomach lining, may be prescribed.
Regularly monitor your symptoms and report any changes to your doctor immediately. Proactive management is key to minimizing discomfort.
