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How long does it take to get over effects of hydrocortisone after pituitary surgery. i have been taking it for 6 weeks. now i am told i can stop it.

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Dr. James Goodrich answered

Hydrocortisone: It can take several weeks to months to get pass the side effects - you need to be tapered off the medication slowly over several days to weeks.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 11/1/2013

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A member asked:

How long does it take to get over effects of hydrocortisone after pituitary surgery. i have been taking it for 6 weeks. now i am told i can stop it.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Goodrich answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

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