Kencort Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kencort Benefits & Uses

Kencort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Kencort 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: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Kencort Related Warnings

Is the use of Kencort safe for pregnant women?

Kencort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Kencort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Kencort safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Kencort for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Kencort on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Kencort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kencort on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Kencort on the Heart?

Kencort 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Kencort with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Bupropion

Leflunomide

Moderate

Adalimumab

Moxifloxacin

Kencort Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Osteoporosis
Infections
Tuberculosis (TB)
High Lipoprotein
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Kencort

Is this Kencort habit forming or addictive?

Kencort does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Kencort is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Kencort is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Kencort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kencort

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Kencort with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Kencort

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kencort

Question over 5 years ago

Can Kencort be used for the treatment of ringworm?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

No, Kencort 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Kencort be helpful in treating eye problems?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Kencort?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use Kencort for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not take less or more of it as per your own will. Do not discontinue just because you want to as it might lead to disease relapse.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Kencort work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Kencort works by the reduction of inflammation and bringing respite to the patient.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Kencort useful in treating ulcers?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

High potency Kencort oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Kencort dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.