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Walacort Cream, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Walacort Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Walacort Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Walacort Cream also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Walacort Cream as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Walacort Cream are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Walacort Cream's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Walacort Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Walacort Cream related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Walacort Cream since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Walacort Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Walacort Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Walacort Cream is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Walacort Cream 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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Is the use of Walacort Cream 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 Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Walacort does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Walacort Cream on the Kidneys?
Walacort rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Walacort Cream on the Liver?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Walacort Cream on the Heart?
Walacort has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Walacort Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Walacort Cream habit forming or addictive?
Walacort Cream does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Walacort Cream does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Walacort Cream is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Walacort Cream is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Walacort Cream
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Walacort Cream and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Walacort Cream
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Walacort Cream.
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.
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