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Acort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis. The alternative uses of Acort have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Acort. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Acort's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Acort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acort related warnings section.
Acort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Acort are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Acort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Acort 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Acort safe for pregnant women?
Acort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Acort safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Acort for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Acort on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Acort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Acort on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Acort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Acort on the Heart?
Acort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Acort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acort habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acort is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acort as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acort only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acort is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acort
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acort with alcohol will be.
Yes, Acort is used for the treatment of scabies. Scabies is a parasitic infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is diagnosed by either finding out the mite, its ova or its excreta. This often leads to a lot of itching and a rash. Scabies can be prevented by treating everyone in the house at the same time because scabies may take several weeks to present as a manifestation. It is also important to avoid prolonged skin to skin contact. The laundry should be done in hot water and it should be dried at the hottest temperature setting so that the mite gets killed. Unwashable items should be put in a bag and the bag should be closed tightly. In due course of time, the mites will die a natural death and the bag articles can be used again. It is also critical that the bath and hand towels are not shared with each other. Lastly, it is important to comply with the treatment completely.
No, Acort should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. Do not apply it on your wound unless specified by your doctor. Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It forms around itchy and scaly patch on the skin. It is important to wash the affected area with soap and clean water frequently. One may apply apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, coconut oil, turmeric, aloe vera, oregano oil, lemongrass oil, and powdered licorice on the lesion.
Yes, Acort can be used for the cystic acne, if prescribed by a doctor. Acne is usually treated by the use of intralesional (injected under the skin surface) injections. Acne can greatly reduce the quality of life of a person. It can be prevented or reduced by washing the face regularly, removing the blackheads, using a sunblock that doesn't clog the pores, keeping the hair clean and dandruff free, drinking lots of water, eating raw, vegan or nutritionally dense diet, minimising the consumption of fizzy drinks and caffeine, keeping stress levels under control, doing some kind of a physical activity and ensuring adequate sleep.
No, Acort cannot be used for the treatment of cold sores. There is a dearth of good literature on Acort's efficacy for cold sores. Cold sores appear as blisters around the mouth. These are usually caused by Herpes simplex virus. These can be managed by using a lemon balm, over-the-counter anti-viral medications, ice, aloe vera, sunscreen, etc. You should follow your doctor's advice completely.
Yes, in recent years, triamcinolone acetonide injections have been in use for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration. These injections are used as an add-on therapy with photodynamic therapy in order to reduce the sessions of the latter. Age-related macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the central straight vision which is indispensable for activities like sewing, reading, and driving. It affects the macula, a region which allows us to see the fine details. Gradually, it decreases the vision.
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