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#*Common side effects include headache, dizziness, acne, weight gain, increased sweating, trouble falling asleep, and changes in mood.
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#*Common side effects include headache, dizziness, acne, weight gain, increased sweating, trouble falling asleep, and changes in mood.
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#*Your doctor will weigh the benefits of the treatment versus the risks of it.
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#*Your doctor will weigh the benefits of the treatment versus the risks of it.
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# [[Inject-Into-a-Vein|Inject]] an IV corticosteroid as directed by your doctor. The recommended treatment regimen for optic neuritis involves high-dose injections of methylprednisolone 1 to 3 times per day for 3 days. You’ll most likely need to visit your doctor’s office or another medical facility to receive the injections.
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# [[Inject-Into-a-Vein|Inject]] an IV corticosteroid as directed by your doctor. The recommended treatment regimen for optic neuritis involves high-dose injections of methylprednisolone 1 to 3 times per day for 3 days. You’ll most likely need to visit your doctor’s office or another medical facility to receive the injections.[[Image:Treat-Diabetic-Ketoacidosis-Step-8.jpg|center]]
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#*Before receiving corticosteroid injections, tell your doctor about any medications you take, including blood thinners, antibiotics, birth control, and medication for diabetes. Corticosteroids can affect how these medications work or cause harmful side effects.
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#*Before receiving corticosteroid injections, tell your doctor about any medications you take, including blood thinners, antibiotics, birth control, and medication for diabetes. Corticosteroids can affect how these medications work or cause harmful side effects.
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# Take an oral steroid after IV treatment if your doctor advises. Your doctor might instruct you to take a lower-dose oral corticosteroid for up to 11 days after your initial treatment. Tapering the dosage for 1-2 weeks can help prevent symptoms of steroid withdrawal, such as depression, weight gain, changes in sleep habits, and stomach upset.<ref>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3116540/</ref>[[Image:Recognize-Staph-Infection-Symptoms-Step-14-Version-2.jpg|center]]
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# Take an oral steroid after IV treatment if your doctor advises. Your doctor might instruct you to take a lower-dose oral corticosteroid for up to 11 days after your initial treatment. Tapering the dosage for 1-2 weeks can help prevent symptoms of steroid withdrawal, such as depression, weight gain, changes in sleep habits, and stomach upset.<ref>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3116540/</ref>[[Image:Recognize-Staph-Infection-Symptoms-Step-14-Version-2.jpg|center]]
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#*Use any medication as directed. Take an oral corticosteroid at the same time every day. Taking it with food or milk can help prevent stomach upset.
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#*Use any medication as directed. Take an oral corticosteroid at the same time every day. Taking it with food or milk can help prevent stomach upset.
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#*Taking an oral steroid alone may increase your risk of experiencing recurring optic neuritis.
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#*Taking an oral steroid alone may increase your risk of experiencing recurring optic neuritis.
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# Tell your doctor if you experience severe or persistent side effects. Side effects of injected and oral corticosteroids may include headache, dizziness, acne, weight gain, increased sweating, trouble falling asleep, and changes in mood. Call your doctor if these symptoms are severe or interfere with your daily activities.<ref>https://ift.tt/2YBsh6u> [[Image:Cure-a-Viral-Infection-with-Home-Remedies-Step-31.jpg|center]]
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# Tell your doctor if you experience severe or persistent side effects. Side effects of injected and oral corticosteroids may include headache, dizziness, acne, weight gain, increased sweating, trouble falling asleep, and changes in mood. Call your doctor if these symptoms are severe or interfere with your daily activities.<ref>https://ift.tt/2YBsh6u> [[Image:Cure-a-Viral-Infection-with-Home-Remedies-Step-31.jpg|center]]
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