I have been ill with chest infection and was on antibiotics 500mg x 3 times a day + cortisone (8 a day for 5 days) and then because i had still gurgling in left lung was put on clarithromycin 250mg every 12 hours and 3 days x 8 cortisone tablets.(predisolone).   I am still on clarithromycin 250mg for a few more days but i am getting lots of cramps in my hands why is this?
Hi and thank you for choosing Chat Doctor to post your question. Cramps in your hands are a side effect of cortisone(prednisone) and are due to the electrolyte disbalance that cause cortisone. Clarithromycine in combination with cortisone increases the effect of cortisone. A combination of foods that contain Magnesium and Potassium or supplements can help reduce cramps. I would recommend plenty of rest and HY Chat Doctor. Hope my opinion is helpful. Wish you good health. Kind regards