
How Safe Is It To Get A Cortisone Shot While Trying For Pregnancy?

Question: I have calicific tendinitis in my right shoulder I got a cortisone shot two days ago and I want to know if it's safe to keep trying to get pregnant or should we wait
Brief Answer:
spacing would be advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Data on safety of cortisone in pregnancy is lacking. It would be a good idea to give a few days break for the drug to get eliminated and minimize chances of potential harm so that there are minimal effects on the embryo. A 5 day break would be advised, in my view.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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Dr. M.S. Khalil
spacing would be advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
Data on safety of cortisone in pregnancy is lacking. It would be a good idea to give a few days break for the drug to get eliminated and minimize chances of potential harm so that there are minimal effects on the embryo. A 5 day break would be advised, in my view.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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