Pyricort Information
Pyricort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Pyricort also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Pyricort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Pyricort include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Pyricort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pyricort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pyricort has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pyricort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pyricort related warnings section.
Pyricort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Pyricort have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Pyricort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pyricort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pyricort Benefits & Uses
Pyricort is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Pyricort 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
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Pyricort Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pyricort is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Edema
Moderate
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
Mild
- Skin irritation
Common
- Skin scar
Pyricort Related Warnings
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Is the use of Pyricort safe for pregnant women?
Pyricort has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pyricort without medical advice.
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Is the use of Pyricort safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Pyricort may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Pyricort should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
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What is the effect of Pyricort on the Kidneys?
Pyricort 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.
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What is the effect of Pyricort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Pyricort. 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.
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What is the effect of Pyricort on the Heart?
Pyricort can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Severe Interaction of Pyricort with Other Drugs
Pyricort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Pyricort Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pyricort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Dehydration
- Infections
- Allergy
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Osteoporosis
- Depression
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Diabetes
- Drug Allergies
Frequently asked Questions about Pyricort
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Is this Pyricort habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pyricort.
Pyricort Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Pyricort
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pyricort, due to a lack of research on this.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Pyricort
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pyricort with alcohol.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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