Cortilup Information

Cortilup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Cortilup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Cortilup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Cortilup also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cortilup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cortilup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Cortilup's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cortilup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Cortilup contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cortilup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cortilup is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cortilup Benefits & Uses
Cortilup Dosage & How to Take
Cortilup Side Effects
Cortilup Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cortilup with Other Drugs
Cortilup Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cortilup
Cortilup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cortilup Benefits & Uses

Cortilup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Inflammatory Disease
Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dermatitis
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Osteoarthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Itchy Scalp
Itchy Ear

Cortilup Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Cortilup Related Warnings

Is the use of Cortilup safe for pregnant women?

Cortilup may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Cortilup again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cortilup safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cortilup on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cortilup will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cortilup on the Kidneys?

Cortilup can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortilup on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cortilup. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortilup on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Cortilup. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cortilup with Other Drugs

Cortilup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cortilup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortilup unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Cortilup

Is this Cortilup habit forming or addictive?

Cortilup is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cortilup as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cortilup only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cortilup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cortilup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cortilup

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cortilup, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortilup

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cortilup with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Cortilup Injection