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Solu Cort 40 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Solu Cort 40 Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Solu Cort 40 Injection 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Solu Cort 40 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Solu Cort 40 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Solu Cort 40 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Solu Cort 40 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Solu Cort 40 Injection related warnings talks about Solu Cort 40 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Solu Cort 40 Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Solu Cort 40 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Solu Cort 40 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Solu Cort 40 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Solu Cort 40 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Solu Cort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Solu Cort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Solu Cort 40 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Solu Cort on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Solu Cort will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Solu Cort 40 Injection on the Kidneys?
Solu Cort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Solu Cort 40 Injection on the Liver?
Solu Cort can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Solu Cort 40 Injection on the Heart?
Solu Cort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Solu Cort 40 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Solu Cort 40 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Solu Cort 40 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Solu Cort 40 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Solu Cort 40 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Solu Cort 40 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Solu Cort 40 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Solu Cort 40 Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Solu Cort 40 Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Solu Cort 40 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Solu Cort 40 Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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