Can you be on prednisone and have Kybella?

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I am on between 20 and 30mg prednisone for a medical condition. I would like to do Kybella. Will the prednisone have a negative affect on the results?

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

The use of prednisone is not a contraindication to the use of Kybella. Some patients taking prednisone experience weight gain. This may effect your results if, following your Kybella treatment, you experience weight gain. I recommend finding an experienced Kybella injector to find out if you are a good candidate for this treatment. A clinical examination of your submental area is necessary to make this determination. Good luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no reason you cannot have kybella while on prednisone.  I suggest you speak to your physician if you are concerned.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Prednisolone created condition in human body to gain fat cells. I would advise you not to undergo Kybella treatment.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for
your question Kristenl30. Kybella is
the first and thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for
the double chin. While being on prednisone is not a contraindication to Kybella treatment, this question raises a couple of issues. First prednisone can increase the levels of fat in the double chin. Second anti-inflammatory medications will decrease the inflammation after a Kybella treatment. This inflammation is thought to be responsible for the tightening effects. It would therefore be ideal to have Kybella treatments after discontinuing prednisone if possible. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Kouros Azar, MD · Answer

I don't see why there would be an issue with your being on prednisone and getting Kybella. However, make sure to let your injector know everything that you are taking.

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