Description
Hydrocortisone Injection (Inte-cort)
This is used to treat various conditions such as arthritis severe allergies, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, and skin diseases.
How to use
This medication is given by slow injection into a vein or directly into a muscle, as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional. Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Learn how to store and discard medical supplies safely.
Hydrocortisone injection can cause you to retain (hold onto) salt and water. It can also change how your body handles carbohydrates and proteins, and increase the loss of the mineral potassium from your body
During your treatment with this drug, your doctor may advise you to:
- limit the amount of salt and carbohydrates you eat
- take potassium supplements
- eat a high-protein diet.
side effects
- headache
- dizziness
- slowed healing of cuts and bruises
- acne
- thin, fragile, or dry skin
- red or purple blotches or lines under the skin
- skin depressions at the injection site
- increased body fat or movement to different areas of your body
- difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
- inappropriate happiness
- extreme changes in mood changes in personality
- extreme tiredness
- depression
- increased sweating
- muscle weakness
- joint pain
- dizziness
- irregular or absent menstrual periods
- increased appetite
- hiccups
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