Acucort 250 Injection Information

Acucort 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. The alternative uses of Acucort 250 Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Acucort 250 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Acucort 250 Injection include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Acucort 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Acucort 250 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Acucort 250 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Acucort 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Acucort 250 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Acucort 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acucort 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Acucort Benefits & Uses
Acucort Dosage & How to Take
Acucort Side Effects
Acucort Related Warnings
Acucort Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acucort
Acucort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acucort 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Acucort 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Inflammatory Disease
Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dermatitis
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Osteoarthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Itchy Scalp
Itchy Ear

Acucort 250 Injection 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 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Acucort 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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

Acucort 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acucort 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Acucort 250 Injection

Is this Acucort 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Acucort 250 Injection.

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

Acucort 250 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Acucort 250 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

Acucort 250 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Acucort 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acucort 250 Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Acucort 250 Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Acucort 250 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acucort 250 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown