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Hycort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Hycort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Hycort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Hycort are Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hycort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Hycort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Hycort's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Hycort related warnings talks about Hycort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Hycort are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Hycort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hycort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Hycort 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 Hycort safe for pregnant women?
Hycort can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Hycort, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Hycort safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Hycort in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Hycort on the Kidneys?
Hycort 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 Hycort on the Liver?
Hycort 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 Hycort on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Hycort. 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.
Hycort 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 Hycort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hycort habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hycort has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Hycort since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Hycort only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hycort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Hycort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Hycort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hycort
Information about the interaction of Hycort and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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