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Monocortil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Monocortil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Monocortil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Monocortil are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Monocortil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Monocortil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Monocortil is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Monocortil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Monocortil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Monocortil in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Monocortil are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Monocortil with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Monocortil is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Monocortil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Monocortil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Monocortil safe for pregnant women?
Monocortil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Monocortil safe during breastfeeding?
Monocortil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Monocortil on the Kidneys?
Monocortil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Monocortil on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Monocortil. 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.
What is the effect of Monocortil on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Monocortil. 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.
Monocortil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monocortil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monocortil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Monocortil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Monocortil since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Monocortil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Monocortil is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Monocortil
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Monocortil together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monocortil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Monocortil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Monocortil can cause depression or mood change. Research suggests that Monocortil lower the serotonin level in the body, and it is known that lowered serotonin levels cause depression and another psychiatric disease.
Take [medicine] with food or milk to prevent stomach upset, exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed more than the prescribed duration of the medicine course.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Monocortil is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. However, it is anti-inflammatory in nature which can help in the reducing swelling and pain due to inflammation.
Yes, Monocortil can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872