The Drinking Age Is Past Its Prime. The National Minimum Drinking Age Act, passed by Congress 30 years ago this July, is a gross violation of civil liberties and must be repealed. It is absurd and unjust that young Americans can vote, marry, enter contracts and serve in the military at 18 but cannot buy an alcoholic drink in a bar or restaurant.
Hiya Shmitty, I am not a medical doctor, I only speak of my own experience of having illnesses that require that I take steroids. Yes, in some cases prednisone can cause heart irregularities i.e. fluttering, palpitations etc. This needs to be brought to the attention of your prescribing doctor as soon as possible.
These changes may be mild (such as insomnia or mild agitation) or very severe (such as hallucinations or aggression). Tell your healthcare provider if you notice any such changes. Prednisone can cause problems in people with high blood pressure, kidney disease, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or ulcers. Before you take prednisone, make sure your healthcare provider knows if you have any of these conditions. Prednisone can stunt the growth of infants and children.