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

Posted on Wed, 9 Sep 2015

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

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (49 minutes later)

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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