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Histacort B is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Histacort B depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Histacort B 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 Histacort B safe for pregnant women?
Histacort B can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Histacort B right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Histacort B safe during breastfeeding?
Histacort B is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Histacort B on the Kidneys?
Histacort B may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Histacort B on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Histacort B on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Histacort B on the Heart?
Histacort B is rarely harmful for the heart.
Histacort B 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 Histacort B unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Histacort B habit forming or addictive?
Histacort B 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 Histacort B since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Histacort B only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Histacort B is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Histacort B
There is no information on the effects of taking Histacort B with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Histacort B
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Histacort B with alcohol.
Yes, long-term use of Histacort B may cause low potassium level in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Yes, Histacort B can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
No, Histacort B Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Histacort B can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
Take Histacort B as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Histacort B can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Histacort B with a certain antibiotic (Clarithromycin) can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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