H Cort 100mg Injection
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | United Biotech Pvt Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Hydrocortisone (100mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Chemical Class | Glucocorticoids |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
Action Class | Glucocorticoids |
User Rating | 4.2 |
User Reviews | 741 |
FAQ
H Cort 100mg Injection Reviews
H Cort 100mg is administered by a healthcare professional. It is usually given to patients who are not able to take the tablet form of the medicine. Taking the medicine can make it harder for your body to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Also before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking.
The most common side effect of this medicine is intense pain and swelling in the joint where the injection was given. This usually gets better after a few days. It may also cause mood changes in some people. If any of these side effects bother you or if you experienced any symptoms which you feel are due to the use of this medicine, let your doctor know.
H Cort 100mg is contraindicated in patients with systemic fungal infections. Additionally, avoid the use of this medicine if you have a known history hypersensitivity to any components of this product. it is important for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.
How H Cort 100mg Injection Works
How to Use H Cort 100mg Injection
Benefits of H Cort 100mg Injection
- In Treatment of Allergic conditions: H Cort 100mg prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
- In Treatment of Eye disorders: H Cort 100mg helps relieve symptoms of eye infections such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
- In Severe allergic reactions: H Cort 100mg is a corticosteroid. In addition to the many other benefits, it can be used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions. This medicine works by reducing the inflammation associated with allergies. It is a highly effective medicine. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor to get most benefit from it.
- In Treatment of Cancer: H Cort 100mg helps in the treatment for a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of the cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients. This medicine also treats nausea and vomiting associated with some chemotherapy medicines. Besides, it is also used to stimulate appetite in cancer patients with severe appetite problems, thus aiding in cancer treatment.
- In Treatment of Skin disorders: H Cort 100mg prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions of the skin such as eczema, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
Uses of H Cort 100mg Injection
- Severe allergic reactions
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
- Treatment of Cancer
- Treatment of Eye disorders
- Treatment of Skin disorders
H Cort 100mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Do not stop using H Cort 100mg suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
- Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking H Cort 100mg. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- H Cort 100mg can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
- H Cort 100mg helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
References
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- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- MedlinePlus. Hydrocortisone.