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Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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
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Is the use of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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.
Is the use of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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.
What is the effect of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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.
What is the effect of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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.
What is the effect of Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acucort 100 Injection 5 Ml with alcohol will be.
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