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How long does it take for an epidural to kick in?

I am a 28 year old female. I want to know how long does it take for an epidural to kick in?

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Depends on the medication used but a safe guess is 15 to 20 minutes. I’m assuming for labor and delivery.
Usually about 15 to 20 minutes. Everything is variable though