Kenalog-10 User Reviews & Ratings

• Anonymous
• November 16, 2008

For Alopecia "Hair grew back almost instantly. I got Kenalog-10 injections from my doctor in late September. I started noticing hair growth after only a few days. Almost two months later now and my hair is almost completely grown. No more bald spots. It's not perfect, but it's getting there really quick. It was somewhat painful but totally worth it."

• Myg...
• January 15, 2016

For Alopecia "I received Kenalog/lidocaine injections in my C spine (neck) three months on (once a month shot) and six months off. I noticed immediately my hair grew!! I went from this fragile hair to a freakin awesome thick head of hair what seemed to be overnight! First time in my life!! I was thrilled! Literally seemed overnight! I swear by the injections for my spine, did it!!"

• Anonymous
• July 7, 2008

For Alopecia "My hair was falling out, and my doctor began a series of Kenalog shots (3). Within 30 days, I noticed it stopped falling out and began growing back. Kenalog was successful for my hair. I regained a lost sense of smell and it restored a sense of well-being I didn't realize I had lost to chronic fatigue. It was wonderful, however, I experienced a huge indentation on my body in the area I received the shot. It looks like a shark bite. My doctor said it is fat scarring. There are others who got this dent too."

• cet...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2017

For Alopecia "Last July, I had a full head of hair, like I always have. And then, one fine day in October, my hair started falling out. At first, it was just a little. I had developed a spot on the crown of my head that I didn't even notice until someone pointed it out. At first, I didn't think anything of it. I thought early onset of male pattern baldness. That's what I went on believing until I noticed my hair falling out in handfuls in the shower. I got an appointment with a dermatologist and was told it was alopecia areata. He gave me a topical solution that didn't help hardly any, instead, I got Kenalog injections in my scalp. After 3 months, I had significant regrowth all over my head. Here I am, gaining more hair every day, and hair loss has almost stopped."

• big...
• August 14, 2008

For Alopecia "I had severe alopecia areata. While I was deployed in Iraq, I received Kenalog injections intramuscularly 40-60mg every 2 months until bald spots started filling back in. Then I started receiving the shot intradermally at the site of the missing hair and it regrew. Here I sit, 2 years later with a full head of hair. Worked great. Did cause atrophy in the fat around where I received the shots. I also noticed that my joints felt weaker when taking it."

• Mim...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 26, 2018

For Alopecia "I started losing my hair suddenly about 6 years ago during some very stressful times in my life. I had to wear a wig and was miserable. I had always had thick, wavy 'Farrah Fawcett' hair. I saw a doctor who referred me to a specialist. It's been about 4 years now that I go every six weeks for the injections. I still get tiny patches, but we are able to control them, but I have my long, pretty hair back!!"

• She...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 17, 2019

For Alopecia "I got diagnosed with alopecia in February of 2019. I noticed I had a bald spot in the middle of my head the size of a dime, then it grew bigger and bigger, to the point that I had to find out what it was. The doctor gave me clobetasol propionate ointment. Then, two months later, I was given injections of Kenalog-10, and it took about two months for new hair to grow in, a different texture at that! I was so happy and grateful. Now I have spots elsewhere, and the doctors are working on those areas as well. Feeling hopeful!"

• Lei...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2015

For Alopecia "I had alopecia for 5 months before I received any treatment. When I went to the doctor, he prescribed a topical solution, which didn't help much. He gave me my first shot on my bald spot, and three weeks later, my hair was fully grown. It totally worked for me. :))"

• Tre...
• March 25, 2017

For Alopecia "I've been getting Kenalog shots for my alopecia once a month for five months now. Very little hair regrowth, the hair that has grown back is gray now, and the alopecia continues to spread. I've lost 40% of my beard over the past few months, and nothing is helping, including Kenalog."

• Jon...
• October 11, 2020

For Alopecia "I noticed small bald spots on the back of my head. My dermatologist gave me Kenalog-10 injections at the sites on my scalp. It worked great. Hair grew back, although some grew back white before turning black. It worked for me."

• Elo...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 18, 2019

For Alopecia "I have been on monthly injections for over four years. At one point, I recovered 90% of my hair back, only to lose my hair once again. Injections have since stopped, as it just was no longer working. I am now trying the acid treatment on my scalp as a final attempt. It could be very frustrating, yet only causes stress when people make it a point to remind you your hair is falling out."

• Sop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2020

For Alopecia "I noticed a small bald spot on my head in late March of this year. Within a month, there were 3 more, and by May, I was diagnosed with alopecia areata. I was prescribed clobetasol and minoxidil topicals—which I used religiously twice a day for 6 weeks with no progress. Began Kenalog-10 injections in July, every 2 weeks, and by the third session, I have regrowth!! No side effects, really minimally uncomfortable and definitely worth it to see those bare areas filling in!! I’ve now completed 4 sessions, and the doctor is quite pleased and we’re going to once a month going forward. Fingers crossed!"

• MsB...
• September 15, 2010

For Dermatological Disorders "Epidermal cyst: I thought it was a pimple near the side of my chin. I attempted to burst it, but it only got bigger. The problem had been there a while, I tried ignoring it! My dermatologist said it was a cyst (epidermal). She gave me the steroid injection and told me that in 2-3 days I should have results but to allow 6 weeks for full results. I just received the shot this morning, and I already see positive results."

• L C...
• June 1, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "Had injection to right thumb on 3/1/17 for stiffness. As an adverse reaction, I've already lost 75% of my hair! If it ever stops falling, it will take years to restore! This medication is poison and should be taken off the market. I contacted Bristol-Myers Squibb, and they have no comment to offer regarding my complaint. I am looking for an attorney!"

• Nol...
• November 30, 2009

For Pityriasis rubra pilaris "I have pityriasis rubra pilaris, or PRP. My feet developed a horrible thick peeling layer that cracked and bled continuously. Topical ointments such as clobetasol did not help relieve my symptoms. Kenalog-10 injections over the bottoms of my feet cleared them up within weeks."

• Mer...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 18, 2024

For Alopecia "In January, I noticed my hair thinning, and by June, I had lost a lot of hair from breakage, dryness, and stress. I started taking Viviscal in July, then added Nutrafol in October, and now have added injections this December. Each repaired hair to a degree, but I must say doing them all has really grown hair and added thickness, and my styles last longer. Also, the injections helped with hairline growth, whereas Viviscal helped with shine and thickness, and I think Nutrafol helped with length and thickness too."

• 199...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 3, 2022

For Alopecia "I had an injection in my scalp, and a patch of my hair grew back. It is still thin, but now my ends are dry and split. I've tried every home remedy. I'm scared to get it cut, it will probably get worse. The length is smooth. I even tried aloe, cholesterol, if I comb it after washing, it splits even with a new comb and vitamins."

• Jaz...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 5, 2017

For Alopecia "Have been receiving the injections now for three months with great results. My hair was bald in the centers of my head. At this time, my hair has grown about 1 inch at the point."

• Anonymous
• September 19, 2010

For Psoriasis "The only thing that has worked for my psoriasis, and my dermatologist won't give it to me anymore."

• Car...
• September 11, 2017

For Osteoarthritis "After the shot, had pain down the entire leg for a week. No other reaction and no relief in the hip area. It finally wore off, and I'm back to where I started with the discomfort."

• Ken...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2021

For Osteoarthritis "After one injection in my rear, I felt like my legs were marshmallows, and they started going numb. Stay away from this medication."

• Sin...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 20, 2022

"Relief from years of sinus congestion. No side effects for me. One injection every three months."

• nhp...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 14, 2023

For Alopecia "I've been getting Kenalog injections for a year now, and I have not seen any hair grow back in the area where I have the thinning and balding. Should I switch to PRP?"