Acucort 500mg Injection
Manufacturer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Hydrocortisone (500mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Acucort 500mg Injection is a corticosteroid used to treat severe allergic reactions, allergic conditions, cancer, and skin and eye disorders.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Acucort 500mg 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.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Acucort 500mg Injection is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Quick Tips
Helps treat inflammation Severe allergies Flare-ups of ongoing illnesses Many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor Do not stop using Acucort 500mg Injection suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms
Frequently asked questions
How does Acucort 500mg Injection work?
Acucort 500mg Injection works by reducing inflammation. This helps in treating various illnesses caused due to active inflammation. It also inhibits autoimmune reactions, which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Is Acucort 500mg Injection a steroid?
Yes, Acucort 500mg Injection is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids are naturally occurring hormones that help maintain health and wellbeing in the body. This medicine increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body to manage various inflammatory illnesses (such as redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling).
What is Acucort 500mg Injection used for?
Acucort 500mg Injection has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is used to treat a range of conditions, including allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory skin diseases. It also helps manage autoimmune diseases (where the body’s immune system attacks its own cells), and certain eye disorders.
How is Acucort 500mg Injection administered?
Acucort 500mg Injection should be administered by a doctor or under the supervision of a healthcare professional, and should not be self-administered. It's typically given into a muscle (intramuscular), joint (intra-articular), directly into a vein (direct intravenous), infusion, or into the area being treated (soft tissue infiltration). Your doctor will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition and body weight. Please follow your healthcare professional's instructions carefully for optimal results.
I was given Acucort 500mg Injection in my knee as I have arthritis. Will it pain after taking Acucort 500mg Injection? What should I do about it?
Acucort 500mg Injection effectively treats various inflammatory conditions, including joint pain and inflammation in arthritis. Usually, the pain will improve within a day or two following the injection. Avoid frequent movement for about 24 hours after the injection and refrain from any strenuous exercise for optimal results. If you experience pain, consult your doctor. The doctor may prescribe over-the-counter pain medications if the pain persists longer or if it becomes bothersome.
