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Received 10mg kenalog shot and a 5 mg decadeon shot for allergies yesterday am and did not sleep at all that night. related? if so how long should i expect this side effect?

Q: received 10mg kenalog shot and a 5 mg decadeon shot for allergies yesterday am and did not sleep at all that night. related? if so how long should i expect this side effect?

: Yes, it is likely Decadron which is a steroid, typically affecting sleep, effect should not extend any longer.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Yes, it is likely Decadron which is a steroid, typically affecting sleep, effect should not extend any longer.

Answered 3/19/2022

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A member asked:

Received 10mg kenalog shot and a 5 mg decadeon shot for allergies yesterday am and did not sleep at all that night. related? if so how long should i expect this side effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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