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Metacortil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Metacortil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Metacortil 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Metacortil also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Chills, Cough. Some other side effects of Metacortil have been listed ahead. These side effects of Metacortil 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.
It is also important to note that Metacortil has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metacortil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Metacortil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Metacortil may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metacortil is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Metacortil 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Metacortil safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Metacortil will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Metacortil safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Metacortil in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Metacortil on the Kidneys?
Metacortil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metacortil on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Metacortil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Metacortil only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Metacortil on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Metacortil on the heart have been reported.
Metacortil 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 Metacortil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metacortil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metacortil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metacortil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Metacortil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metacortil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metacortil
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Metacortil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metacortil
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Metacortil with alcohol will be.
Yes, Metacortil comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
Metacortil is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
No, Metacortil should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.
No, Metacortil should not be applied to children under the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy have not been established yet in this age group.
Metacortil may cause delayed weight gain and slowed growth in children on whom it is used topically. Therefore, you must talk to a doctor before using Metacortil on children.
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