Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop Information

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. The alternative uses of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop related warnings section.

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop contraindications section.

Additionally, Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop Benefits & Uses

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop 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: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 1 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
Geriatric	Disease: Eye Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 1 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop Related Warnings

Is the use of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nucort without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop safe during breastfeeding?

Nucort does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop on the Kidneys?

Nucort 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 Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Nucort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop with Other Drugs

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Infections
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Diabetes
Tuberculosis (TB)
Heart Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop

Is this Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop habit forming or addictive?

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop 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, Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nucort 0.5 Mg Drop

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Nucort without consulting a doctor?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Nucort is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Nucort cause weight gain?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nucort can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nucort an immunosuppressant?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nucort has immunosuppressant properties ( suppress the body's immune system). Hence, it used to treat a number of auto-immune conditions.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Nucort?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Nucort is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Nucort on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, You should not discontinue Nucort on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.