Labocort Information

Labocort is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Labocort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Labocort. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Labocort include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). While these are the most often observed Labocort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Labocort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Labocort is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Labocort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Additionally, Labocort may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Labocort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Labocort Benefits & Uses
Labocort Dosage & How to Take
Labocort Side Effects
Labocort Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Labocort with Other Drugs
Labocort Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Labocort
Labocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Labocort Benefits & Uses

Labocort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Inflammatory Disease
Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dermatitis
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Osteoarthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Itchy Scalp
Itchy Ear

Labocort 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

Labocort Related Warnings

Is the use of Labocort safe for pregnant women?

Labocort may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Labocort again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Labocort safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Labocort on the Kidneys?

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

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Labocort on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Labocort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Labocort with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Labocort Contraindications

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

Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Labocort

Is this Labocort habit forming or addictive?

Labocort does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Labocort since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Labocort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Labocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Labocort

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Labocort

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Labocort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown