what kind of shot do you get to treat poison ivy?

Answer 1

It's a cortisone shot... a type of steroid.

There is also now a vaccine to help prevent, or at least limit the effects of poison ivy,oak and sumac.
It's given in a series of three shots about a week apart.
Works for an entire year.

Answer 2

Try to catch the rash early. If you think you might have poison ivy, wash the area well with soap and cool water.
Over-the-counter creams and antihistamines -- such as Caladryl lotion, hydrocortisone cream, or Benadryl -- can help with symptoms.
Try covering the rash with a mixture of baking soda and cool water
If the rash covers a large portion of your body, or you experience fever, headache, nausea, painful rash or shortness of breath, you should contact your doctor to see if you may be having an allergic reaction to the poison ivy

Natural treatments:
Jewelweed, that not only speeds healing and eases itching of current Poison Ivy and Oak rashes for more than 9 out of 10 people, but will also stop outbreaks in the first place

Answer 3

Ttry something natural like aloe vera over the area, a cool bath with some peppermint oil in the water should cool the area. You could try applying some 100% pure coconut oil, it will take away the itch, it will take the heat out of the skin. Good luck. Yes, it is rather expensive but well worth it.

Answer 4

go to dermatologist and get a cortisone shot. He will probably prescribe you a small dose of prednisone to take for 3-4 days. The shot will almost instantly work!

Answer 5

Steroid shots for highly allergic reactions. Otherwise try Benedryl.

Answer 6

I would think cortizone or another type of steroid like that.

Answer 7

It is a steroid, most commonly solumedrol.

Answer 8

allergy shot? Poor guy...

Answer 9

maybe an antihistimine?