Unicort

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Unicort Information

Unicort is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Unicort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Unicort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Unicort include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Unicort as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Unicort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

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

Besides this, Unicort may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Unicort is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Unicort Benefits & Uses

Unicort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Unicort 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


Unicort Side Effects

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

Unicort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Unicort safe for pregnant women?


    Unicort can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Unicort, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Unicort safe during breastfeeding?


    In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Unicort in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Unicort is unavailable.

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


    Unicort 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Unicort on the Liver?


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


    The heart can be affected by Unicort. 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 Unicort with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Unicort Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Unicort

  • Is this Unicort habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Unicort has not been reported.

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


    Unicort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Unicort only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Unicort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Unicort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Unicort


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Unicort and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Unicort


    Information about the interaction of Unicort and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    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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