A member asked:

I was given iontophoresis of dexamethasone (shoulder) at pt last week. now my md has ordered a corticosteroid injection. is this safe so soon after?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It depends: Adrenal suppression is usually after 5 -10 days of daily steroid use. It depends on the dose.

Answered 8/6/2014

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