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PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Other Info - ACU0038

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FAQs

Acucort 100 Injection 1's contains 'Hydrocortisone', a corticosteroid that 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 1's may cause mental problems, especially if given in high doses. However, inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and suicidal thoughts while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection 1's.
A blue steroid card consists of patients' instructions and provides information to healthcare providers regarding the details of prescribed steroids. It is given to patients using Acucort 100 Injection 1's for more than three weeks. The patient is advised to carry a steroid card always and show it to the nurse, midwife, doctor, dentist or anyone who treats them.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Acucort 100 Injection 1's with alcohol is unknown. Please discuss this with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks, as corticosteroids may increase the risk of low birth weight of the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Small amounts of Hydrocortisone may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. If you are advised to continue breastfeeding while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection 1's, your baby will need extra checks to ensure she/he is not being affected by Acucort 100 Injection 1's.

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Driving

Caution

Acucort 100 Injection 1's may cause muscle weakness, mood changes or blurred vision. If you experience these symptoms, avoid driving or operating machines.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Acucort 100 Injection 1's should be administered carefully to children as prolonged use may interfere with the growth and development of children and cause cataracts.

About Acucort 100 Injection 1's

Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's 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 1's 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 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's 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 1's. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. If you have an infection, avoid receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's; if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection 1's, consult a doctor.

Uses of Acucort 100 Injection 1's

Allergic and inflammatory conditions

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Medicinal Benefits

Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's 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 1's 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 1's may be used in combination with other adrenal cortex hormones.

Directions for Use

Acucort 100 Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Acucort 100 Injection 1's

  • 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 1's. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Acucort 100 Injection 1's. 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 1's and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Acucort 100 Injection 1's, consult a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical

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HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
Taking Iopamidol and Acucort 100 Injection 1's together can increase the risk of seizures, meningitis, and inflammation of the spinal membranes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
Combining Mifepristone and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can reduce the effects of Acucort 100 Injection 1's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneAmiodarone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Amiodarone together with Acucort 100 Injection 1's may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though Amiodarone and Acucort 100 Injection 1's interact, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. If you have cardiac problems or electrolyte imbalances, you may be at greater risk. If you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, Weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, painful muscle cramping, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, get medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HydrocortisoneAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
Co-administration of Adalimumab and Acucort 100 Injection 1's together can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of adalimumab and Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneTofacitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
The combined use of Tofacitinib and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can increase the risk of infections and gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tofacitinib and Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneEtanercept
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
The use of Etanercept and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of etanercept and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a 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.
HydrocortisoneBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
The combined use of BCG vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can cause a risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of BCG vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's. 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 1's therapy. On the other hand, if you recently had the BCG vaccine, your doctor might decide to put off starting your Acucort 100 Injection 1's therapy for a few weeks.
HydrocortisoneFingolimod
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
The combined use of Fingolimod and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of fingolimod and Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneCarbamazepine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
Taking carbamazepine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's may increase the effect of carbamazepine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking carbamazepine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
HydrocortisonePolio Vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Acucort 100 Injection 1's:
The combined use of polio vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's can cause a risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of the polio vaccine and Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's. 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 1's therapy. On the other hand, if you recently had the polio vaccine, your doctor might decide to put off starting your Acucort 100 Injection 1's therapy for a few weeks.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Special Advise

  • Acucort 100 Injection 1's 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 1's.

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.

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