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Acucort 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. The alternative uses of Acucort 250 Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Acucort 250 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Acucort 250 Injection include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Acucort 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Acucort 250 Injection 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.
Acucort 250 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Acucort 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Acucort 250 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Acucort 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acucort 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Acucort 250 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.
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Is the use of Acucort 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Acucort. It is best to stop taking Acucort immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Acucort 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Acucort for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Acucort 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Acucort 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 Acucort 250 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Acucort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Acucort only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Acucort 250 Injection on the Heart?
Acucort 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acucort 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acucort 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Acucort 250 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acucort 250 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Acucort 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acucort 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Acucort 250 Injection
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Acucort 250 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acucort 250 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Acucort 250 Injection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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