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Hycort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Hycort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Hycort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Hycort are Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hycort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Hycort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Hycort's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Hycort related warnings talks about Hycort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Hycort are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Hycort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hycort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Hycort 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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hycort is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Hycort safe for pregnant women?
Hycort may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hycort again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Hycort safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Hycort on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Hycort will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Hycort on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Hycort. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Hycort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Hycort. 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 Hycort on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Hycort. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Hycort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hycort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hycort habit forming or addictive?
Hycort does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Hycort since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Hycort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Hycort in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Hycort
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Hycort together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hycort
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Hycort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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