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Can one shot of dexamethasone (one injection) cause weight gain?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: One injection should not cause weight gain.

Answered 3/19/2019

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Unlikely: Thanks for your question. It is highly unlikely for 1 dose of Dexamethasone to cause weight gain. It doesn't really stay in your system long enough to have much affect on your appetite or weight. Hope that helps!

Answered 6/25/2014

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No: No it will not to any aporeciable degree.

Answered 8/29/2015

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