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Manufacturer/Marketer

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Acucort 100 Injection

Acucort 100 Injection belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids used to treat symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching associated with allergic reactions or inflammatory processes. It is used to treat painful, swollen joints and tendons in conditions such as golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow. Also, it is used to improve different conditions such as ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the lower bowel), Crohn’s disease (inflammation of the gut), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (autoimmune disorder), severe shock due to infection or injury or failure of adrenal glands. Acucort 100 Injection may be used for a short duration when other means do not or insufficiently help in case of severe allergic reactions, severe asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (lung disease that causes shortness of breath), or status asthmaticus (a persistent asthma attack).

Acucort 100 Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', which works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Also, it works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol.

Acucort 100 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, Acucort 100 Injection may cause common side effects such as acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, nausea, muscle weakness or indigestion. Most of these side effects of Acucort 100 Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Hydrocortisone or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection. If you have an infection, avoid receiving Acucort 100 Injection; if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection, consult a doctor.

Uses of Acucort 100 Injection

Allergic and inflammatory conditions

Directions for Use

Acucort 100 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Acucort 100 Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Acucort 100 Injection is used to treat painful, swollen joints and tendons in conditions such as golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow. Also, it is used to improve different conditions such as ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the lower bowel), Crohn’s disease (inflammation of the gut), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (autoimmune disorder), severe shock due to infection or injury or failure of adrenal glands. Acucort 100 Injection may be used for a short duration when other means do not or insufficiently help in case of severe allergic reactions, severe asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (lung disease that causes shortness of breath), or status asthmaticus (a persistent asthma attack). Also, hydrocortisone works as a hormone replacement for cortisol (a natural hormone) when your body does not make enough cortisol as the adrenal cortex does not function properly (ex: Addison's disease). Acucort 100 Injection may be used in combination with other adrenal cortex hormones.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Acucort 100 Injection

  • Acne
  • Increased hair growth
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Muscle weakness
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Hydrocortisone or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection. Some people may experience mood changes (feeling depressed or high), difficulty in thinking or being confused and losing their memory, feeling anxious, sleeping problems, feeling, hearing, or seeing things that do not exist, and having strange and frightening thoughts. If you experience any of these problems, please inform your doctor immediately. If you have an infection, avoid receiving Acucort 100 Injection and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection, consult a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical
HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical

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HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
Combining Mifepristone and Acucort 100 Injection can reduce the effects of Acucort 100 Injection.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucort 100 Injection with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
Taking Iopamidol and Acucort 100 Injection together can increase the risk of seizures, meningitis, and inflammation of the spinal membranes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucort 100 Injection with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms , consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisonePimozide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
The combined use of Pimozide and Acucort 100 Injection can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Pimozide and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, muscle pain, cramps, nausea, or vomiting, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
The combined use of Cladribine and Acucort 100 Injection can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Cladribine and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneRotavirus vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
The combined use of Rotavirus vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection can cause a risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rotavirus vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, Before receiving the vaccine, you should let your doctor know if you are now receiving or have recently received Acucort 100 Injection. Your doctor may decide to postpone vaccination in some cases so that your body has time to recover from the side effects of Acucort 100 Injection therapy. On the other hand, if you recently had the Rotavirus vaccine, your doctor might decide to put off starting your Acucort 100 Injection therapy for a few weeks.
HydrocortisoneDinutuximab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
The combined use of Dinutuximab and Acucort 100 Injection can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
co-administration of Dinutuximab and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneGemifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
Taking Gemifloxacin and Acucort 100 Injection together can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of gemifloxacin and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneVoclosporin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
The combined use of Voclosporin and Acucort 100 Injection can increase the risk of infections and certain kinds of cancer, including skin cancer and cancer of the lymph glands.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Voclosporin and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, severe abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneLomefloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
Taking Lomefloxacin and Acucort 100 Injection together can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of lomefloxacin and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneEnoxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection:
Taking Enoxacin and Acucort 100 Injection together can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of enoxacin and Acucort 100 Injection can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid the consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PRIMIDONE
  • RIFABUTIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • INSULIN HUMAN
  • METFORMIN
  • GLIBENCLAMIDE
  • ASPIRIN
  • CARBENOXOLONE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BENDROFLUMETHIAZIDE

Special Advise

  • Acucort 100 Injection may increase the risk of infections, especially if taken for a long duration, as it may weaken the immune system. Therefore, it is advised to stay away from people having chickenpox, measles or shingles as they can affect severely while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Inflammation: It is a response generated by damage to living tissues. This response is a defence mechanism to protect the body from injury, infection, or disease. The symptoms of inflammation include redness, pain, swelling, heat, or loss of function. Inflammation can be caused due to certain medications, acute and chronic conditions, or exposure to foreign materials or irritants your body can’t eliminate easily. 

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