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Acticort is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Other than this, Acticort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Acticort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Acticort are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Acticort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Acticort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Acticort's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Acticort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acticort related warnings section.
Acticort can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acticort in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. The section on Acticort contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Acticort may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acticort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Acticort is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acticort is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Acticort safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Acticort in pregnant women.
Is the use of Acticort safe during breastfeeding?
Acticort does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Acticort on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Acticort. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Acticort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Acticort. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Acticort on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Acticort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Acticort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acticort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acticort habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acticort has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acticort as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Acticort is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acticort in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Acticort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acticort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acticort
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acticort.
Acticort is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Acticort can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful interaction or any change in side effects profile have been reported between them when they used together. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Acticort has immunosuppressant properties ( suppress the body's immune system). Hence, it used to treat a number of auto-immune conditions.
Yes, Acticort is an anti-inflammatory drug. It used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Acticort is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Orapred ODT® (prednisolone sodium phosphate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872