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Primacort injection (Hydrocortisone)
Primacort injection (Hydrocortisone)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.Primacort 100 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.
Price range: 80.00$ through 299.00$
Primacort 100 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.
Primacort 100 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.
This medicine may cause few common side effects such as injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness). It may also cause mood changes in some people. If any of these side effects bother you or if you experienced any symptoms which you feel are due to the use of this medicine, let your doctor know. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.
Uses of Primacort Injection
- Severe allergic reactions
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
- Treatment of Cancer
- Treatment of Skin disorders
- Treatment of Eye disorders
Benefits of Primacort Injection
In Severe allergic reactions
Primacort 100 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 most benefit from it.
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Primacort 100 Injection prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Treatment of Cancer
Primacort 100 Injection helps in the treatment for a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of the cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients. This medicine also treats nausea and vomiting associated with some chemotherapy medicines. Besides, it is also used to stimulate appetite in cancer patients with severe appetite problems, thus aiding in cancer treatment.
In Treatment of Skin disorders
Primacort 100 Injection prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions of the skin such as eczema, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
In Treatment of Eye disorders
Primacort 100 Injection helps relieve symptoms of eye infections such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
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Side effects of Primacort Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Primacort
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Mood changes
- Increased risk of infection
- Weight gain
How to use Primacort Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Primacort Injection works
Primacort 100 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.
| Equivalent Brand | Primacort injection |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Hydrocortisone |
| Indication | Severe allergic reactions, Allergy symptoms, Cancer |
| Strength | 100 mg, 200 mg |
| Manufacturer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging | 10 ml in 1 vial |
| Pharmaceutical Form | Injection |
| Size | 1 Injection, 2 Injection, 3 Injection |
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