How long does cortisone stay in the body?

Question

Hi doctor,

I am a 53 year old female. I have had a cortisone injection for a flare up of adult-onset Still's disease. I would like to know, how long the cortisone stays in the system?

Answer 1

Hello,

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Cortisone has a short half-life and is cleared from the system within 4 to 6 hours. That is why it is given three times a day.

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