D Cort Information
D Cort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis. The alternative uses of D Cort have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of D Cort 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of D Cort as well, which are listed below. These side effects of D Cort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, D Cort's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, D Cort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the D Cort related warnings section.
D Cort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the D Cort contraindications section.
Additionally, D Cort may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that D Cort is safe while driving, and is addiction.
D Cort Benefits & Uses
D Cort is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
- Rheumatic Disorder
- Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)
- Skin Disorders
- Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
- Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Baldness
- Tennis Elbow (Read More - Tennis Elbow Care: How Rest, Diet, and Home Therapies Can Help)
- Bursitis
- Lupus
- Lichen Planus
- Lung Disease
- Eye Disorders
D Cort 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 |
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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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D Cort Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when D Cort is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Increased risk of infection
- Muscle disorders
- Increased blood pressure
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
Moderate
- Skin Thinning
- Bone degradation
- Altered bone growth
- Skin scar
- Behavioural Changes
- Cataract
- Hypertension
D Cort Related Warnings
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Is the use of D Cort safe for pregnant women?
D Cort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking D Cort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of D Cort safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of D Cort for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of D Cort on the Kidneys?
D Cort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of D Cort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking D Cort. 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 D Cort on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking D Cort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of D Cort with Other Drugs
D Cort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
D Cort Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take D Cort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Osteoporosis
- Infections
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- High Lipoprotein
- Hypothyroidism
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about D Cort
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Is this D Cort habit forming or addictive?
D Cort is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
D Cort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take D Cort only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, D Cort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
D Cort Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and D Cort
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with D Cort, due to a lack of research on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and D Cort
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking D Cort with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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7 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Triesence™ (triamcinolone acetonide)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-363
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Kenalog®-10 (triamcinolone acetonide)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aristocort® Forte (Triamcinolone Diacetate)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Triesence™ (triamcinolone acetonide)
