Description

What is Hydrocortisone?

Hydrocortisone Injection is a medicine that is used for the treatment of Inflammatory Skin Disorders, Itchy Skin Rashes, Insect Bite Reactions, Pain, Swelling And Inflammation Of Skin, Hormonal Conditions, Immune Problems and other conditions.
Hydrocortisone Injection contains Hydrocortisone as an active ingredient.
Hydrocortisone Injection works by decreasing the number of blood cells that cause inflammation and allergy.
Detailed information related to Hydrocortisone Injection’s uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.

Hydrocortisone Injection Uses

Hydrocortisone Injection is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

• Inflammatory Skin Disorders
• Itchy Skin Rashes
• Insect Bite Reactions
• Pain, Swelling And Inflammation Of Skin
• Hormonal Conditions
• Immune Problems

Hydrocortisone Injection Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology

Hydrocortisone Injection improves the patient’s condition by performing the following functions:

• Decreasing the number of blood cells that cause inflammation and allergy.

Hydrocortisone Injection – Composition and Active Ingredients

Hydrocortisone Injection is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)

• Hydrocortisone (100 MG)

Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.

Hydrocortisone Injection – Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Hydrocortisone Injection. This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Cushing’S Habitus
• Peptic Ulceration
• Fluid Retention
• Potassium Or Calcium Depletion
• Muscle Wasting
• Stomach Pain

Hydrocortisone Injection – Precautions & How to Use

Before using this drug, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

• Consult your doctor if the skin condition does not improve after application at prescribed dose and duration
• Do not apply plasters or dressings over the cream
• Do not drive or use machinery
• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to hydrocortisone