Locort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Locort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Locort 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Locort include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Locort have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Locort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Locort has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Locort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Locort related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Locort contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Locort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Locort is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Locort is used to treat the following -
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Locort is used -
Is the use of Locort safe for pregnant women?
Locort may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Locort, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
ModerateIs the use of Locort safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Locort on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Locort will cause side effects or not.
UnknownWhat is the effect of Locort on the Kidneys?
Locort 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.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Locort on the Liver?
Locort may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Locort on the Heart?
Locort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
ModerateLocort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Rifampicin
Aspirin(ASA)
Furosemide
Carbamazepine
Ketoconazole
Isosorbide Mononitrate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Locort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Locort habit forming or addictive?
Locort is not addictive in nature.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Locort since it does not cause drowsiness.
SafeIs it safe?
Yes, but consume Locort only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Locort is not used to treat mental disorders.
NoInteraction between Food and Locort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Locort and food will interact.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Locort
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Locort with alcohol will be.
Unknown