Acucort

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Acucort Information

Acucort is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Acucort have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Acucort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Acucort include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Acucort have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Acucort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acucort is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acucort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acucort related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Acucort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Acucort have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Acucort is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Acucort Benefits & Uses

Acucort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Acucort Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice


Acucort Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acucort is used -

Severe

  • Bone Fracture

Moderate

  • Bradycardia

Mild

  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Common

  • Skin Rash
  • Facial swelling
  • Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • पेट दर्द
  • Decreased blood pressure

Acucort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acucort safe for pregnant women?


    Acucort can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Acucort, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Acucort safe during breastfeeding?


    Information about safety of Acucort for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Acucort on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Acucort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acucort on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Acucort. 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acucort on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Acucort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Acucort with Other Drugs

Acucort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Acucort Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acucort unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Acucort

  • Is this Acucort habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Acucort.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Acucort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Acucort only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Acucort is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Acucort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acucort


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Acucort together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acucort


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acucort with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortef® (hydrocortisone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Solu-Cortef® (hydrocortisone sodium succinate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pandel (hydrocortisone probutate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortenema® (hydrocortisone)

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