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Pyricort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Pyricort also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Pyricort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Pyricort include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Pyricort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pyricort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pyricort has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pyricort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pyricort related warnings section.
Pyricort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Pyricort have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Pyricort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pyricort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Pyricort is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Pyricort safe for pregnant women?
Pyricort has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pyricort without medical advice.
Is the use of Pyricort safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Pyricort may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Pyricort should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Pyricort on the Kidneys?
Pyricort 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 Pyricort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Pyricort. 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.
What is the effect of Pyricort on the Heart?
Pyricort can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Pyricort 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 Pyricort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pyricort habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pyricort.
Interaction between Food and Pyricort
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Pyricort, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyricort
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pyricort with alcohol.
Yes, Pyricort may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
The injectable form of this drug should be taken as per doctor guidance only. Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of infections. Put 1 -2 drops of eye drop every 4-8 hours or as directed by the doctor and eye ointment is applied 2 - 4 times or directed by the doctor.
No, Pyricort does not contains steroids. It contains gentamicin (an antibiotic) which is used to treat bacterial infection.
Pyricort is a brand name of gentamicin and it is available in the form of Injection, eye drop, cream. It belongs to the class of drugs called aminoglycoside antibiotics which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of eye, skin, and body.
No, Pyricort should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of the organism that causes the infection. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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