Multicort

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Multicort Information

Multicort is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. The alternative uses of Multicort have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Multicort 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Multicort are Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Multicort have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Multicort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Multicort is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Multicort related warnings talks about Multicort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Multicort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Multicort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Multicort Benefits & Uses

Multicort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Multicort 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: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice


Multicort Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Multicort is used -

Severe

  • Bone Fracture

Moderate

  • Bradycardia

Mild

  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Common

  • Skin Rash
  • Facial swelling
  • Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • पेट दर्द
  • Decreased blood pressure

Multicort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Multicort safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Multicort. It is best to stop taking Multicort immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Multicort safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Multicort on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Multicort. 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 Multicort on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Multicort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Multicort only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Multicort on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Multicort. 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.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Multicort with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Multicort Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Multicort unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Multicort

  • Is this Multicort habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Multicort has not been reported.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Multicort since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Multicort should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Multicort is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Multicort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Multicort


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Multicort together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Multicort


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Multicort with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortef® (hydrocortisone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Solu-Cortef® (hydrocortisone sodium succinate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pandel (hydrocortisone probutate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortenema® (hydrocortisone)

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