Yup, I definitely would get this explained to you by a Doctor. Pred tapers are not fun and very dangerous when done incorrectly. Not something to mess around with, IMHO. :) Hope you can find a doctor to explain it in a way that makes sense!
UC diagnosed: December, 1999
Asacol: 1600 MG daily
Immuran: 150 MG daily
Prednisone: 4 MG daily (Woo-Hooo! Getting lower and lower!)
Remicade: Infusion every 7 weeks
Probiotics 4 billion CFU Daily
Glutamine 500 mg 2x Daily
OFF all meds!! Liver failure, and emergency surgery as soon as liver levels return to normal. ACK!
Surgery August 24, 2007. Home now!