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How many days should i wait to take prednisone after having a shingles vaccination?

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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Well...: The cdc recommends waiting at least 14 days to 1 month after a shingles vaccine, if a patient is anticipating immunosuppression of some form. Prednisone would qualify as a medication that may suppress the immune system.

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Answered 11/24/2019

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