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Walacort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream,Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Walacort have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Walacort. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Walacort include Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Walacort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Walacort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Walacort is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Walacort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Walacort related warnings section.
Walacort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Walacort have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Walacort may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Walacort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Walacort 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 Walacort safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Walacort. It is best to stop taking Walacort immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Walacort safe during breastfeeding?
Walacort does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Walacort on the Kidneys?
Walacort rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Walacort on the Liver?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Walacort on the Heart?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the heart.
Walacort 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 Walacort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Walacort habit forming or addictive?
Walacort does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Walacort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Walacort is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Walacort is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Walacort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Walacort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Walacort
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Walacort.
Yes, Walacort is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Walacort works in gastritis by suppressing the immune response which causes inflammation and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Yes, Walacort can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Walacort can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
Take Walacort as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This is because a long-term use of Walacort can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking Walacort for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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