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A member asked:
Why can't i get a flu or shingles shot while on predezone? my doctor says i can't get them
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Immune system: Vaccines work by producing an immune response. Prednisone works on the immune system to blunt or impair the immune system's response. Therefore it would be a waste of time and effort to give a vaccine when some one is taking a medication like prednisone that would cause the vaccine to fail. Best to wait until you are able to stop the steroid, and get the benefit of the vaccine.
Answered 8/14/2014
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Immune suppression : Prednisone is a powerful immunosuppressive medication which can increase your risks associated with immunizations.
Answered 3/30/2015
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