CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable)
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Side effect of Cortisone treatment
My uncle was being treated with a cortisone shot for bursitis or some other joint problem. After being given the injection, his doctor then gave him a cortisone pill. My uncle now is in a burn unit and is diagnosed with StevenJohnson Syndrome. All of ...
by Gwen Duvall in Clarksville, TN, 04/28/2007
side effects
i had a shot of corttisone in my neck for a bulging 5/6 vertbrat please not possible side effects ty bk
by brian in long island ny, 12/14/2007
inj for hair growth
where can i go to get cortisone injections for hair growth
by vicar samad in buffalo,ny, 07/17/2009
Can an intramuscular cortisone shot have side effects on your vision?
I had intramuscular cortisone shots into both hips. The week bfore I had gotten my eyes checked. It has been about a month since both and I am having trouble with my site. The site in my left eye corrected was 20/20 last month and now my left eye is 2...
by Michele Skrintney in USA, 11/20/2007
would a cortizon shot hide the true result of a pregnancy test?
IF A WOMAN RECEIVES A CORTIZONE SHOT DUE TO PAIN IN HER SHOULDER,AND A FEW DAYS LATER TAKES A HOME PREGNANCY TEST DUE TO HAVING A LATE PERIOD. IS IT POSSIBLE for the cortizone shot to mask the true result of the pregnancy test?
by gary lowell in united states, 04/28/2007
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable)
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
CORTISONE (Injection)
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Cortisone (KOR-ti-sone) Treats inflammation, certain types of arthritis, and many other medical problems.Belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.
When To Not Use CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to cortisone. You should not use cortisone if you have a fungal infection.
How Should You Use CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
- This medicine may be given into the buttocks, upper arm, thigh, or other large muscle. This is called an IM, or intramuscular (in-tra-MUSS-cue-lar) injection. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Proper CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking insulin, diuretics (water pills), phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin®), rifampin, blood thinners (Coumadin®), or estrogen.
- Talk to your doctor before getting flu shots or other vaccines while getting cortisone. Vaccines may not work as well while you are taking this medicine.
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before using this medicine.
- Before using cortisone, let your doctor know if you have liver or thyroid problems, diabetes, cataracts, glaucoma, or herpes simplex that affects your eyes.
- Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on your skin.
- It may be easier for you to get an infection while you are getting cortisone. Avoid crowds or people with colds, flu, or other infections.
- If you are exposed to chicken pox or measles, tell your doctor right away.
- Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are taking cortisone.
CORTISONE (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Black or tarry stools
- Muscle weakness or cramps
- Unexplained fever, sore throat If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Fluid retention, weight gain
- Restlessness, anxiety, mood changes
- Sweating
- Redness of the face
- Easy bruising, small purple spots on your skin
- Thinning skin, acne
- Increased hair growth
- Irregular menstrual periods
