Uses, Side Effects of Hydrocort 100mg Injection

Hydrocort 100mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It is used to treat a variety of diseases and conditions such as severe allergic reactions, allergic conditions, cancer, and skin and eye disorders. It is used for the treatment of conditions that need a quick response.

Hydrocort 100mg Injection is administered by a healthcare professional. It is usually given to patients who are not able to take the tablet form of the medicine. Taking the medicine can make it harder for your body to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Also before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking.

Uses of Hydrocort 100mg Injection

Severe allergic reactions

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Treatment of Cancer

Treatment of Skin disorders

Directions for Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Hydrocort 100mg Injection

Hydrocort 100mg Injection is a corticosteroid. In addition to the many other benefits, it can be used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions. This medicine works by reducing the inflammation associated with allergies. It is a highly effective medicine. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor to get the most benefit from it.

Side Effects of Hydrocort 100mg Injection

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Mood changes
• Weight gain
• Increased risk of infection

Caution :

• It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hydrocort 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q:1 How does Hydrocort 100mg Injection work? Hydrocort 100mg Injection works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. In addition to that, it stops the autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.

Q2: Is Hydrocort 100mg Injection a steroid? Yes, Hydrocort 100mg Injection is a steroid medicine also known as corticosteroids which occur naturally in the body. These corticosteroids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Hydrocort 100mg Injection increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body by treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

Q3 What is Hydrocort 100mg Injection used for? Hydrocort 100mg Injection has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is used to treat many conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It also helps to treat autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage), and certain eye disorders.