Thursday, April 19, 2012 betty bennink asks

Q: Would getting a Cortisone shot for bursitus of the hip while on Coumadin be harmful in any way?

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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN, Health Pro

4/21/12 12:23pm

Hi Betty,

There are potential drug interactions between coumadin and cortisone, such as increased bleeding risk. I recommend discussing fully with your doctor to weigh the pros/cons, determine if you need to adjust your coumadin dosage around the time of the cortisone injection, and what to watch for.

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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