Kencort Injection Information

Kencort Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Kencort Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Kencort Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kencort Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Kencort Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Kencort Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Kencort Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Kencort Injection 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 Kencort Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Kencort Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Kencort Benefits & Uses
Kencort Dosage & How to Take
Kencort Side Effects
Kencort Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Kencort with Other Drugs
Kencort Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Kencort
Kencort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Kencort Injection Benefits & Uses

Kencort Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Kencort 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: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Kencort Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kencort Injection 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

Kencort Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Kencort Injection safe for pregnant women?

Kencort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Kencort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Kencort Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Kencort for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Kencort Injection on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Kencort. 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 Kencort Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Kencort. 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 Kencort Injection on the Heart?

Kencort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Kencort Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Bupropion

Leflunomide

Moderate

Adalimumab

Moxifloxacin

Kencort Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kencort Injection 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 Kencort Injection

Is this Kencort Injection habit forming or addictive?

Kencort Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Kencort Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Kencort Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Kencort Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Kencort Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kencort Injection

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Kencort Injection with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Kencort Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Kencort Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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