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If i have an allergic reaction to a cortisone shot what can be given to me to counteract it?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Call/see your doctor: in the interim use OTC antihistaminic, unless contraindicated

Dr Chiu and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2018

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