Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with G Hydrocortisone. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
G Hydrocortisone may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
G Hydrocortisone is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE
G Hydrocortisone does not usually affect your ability to drive.
None stated
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
G Hydrocortisone is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of G Hydrocortisone is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of G Hydrocortisone in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of G Hydrocortisone 100mg/2ml Injection
Introduction
G Hydrocortisone 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.
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Uses of G Hydrocortisone
Severe allergic reactions
Allergic conditions
Cancer
Skin disorders
Eye disorders
Side effects of G Hydrocortisone
Common
Ankle swelling
How to use G Hydrocortisone
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. G Hydrocortisone is to be taken with food.
How G Hydrocortisone works
G Hydrocortisone 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
G Hydrocortisone helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require ei...
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Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
G Hydrocortisone can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever o...
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Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking G Hydrocortisone. Inform your doctor if this bothers ...
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Do not stop taking G Hydrocortisone suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Brief Description
Indication
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, hypersensitivity reactions such as, angioedema, status asthmaticus, Soft tissue inflammation, Joint inflammatio...
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Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral
Replacement therapy in adrenocortical insufficiency
Adult: 20-30 mg daily in 2 divided doses.
Intravenous
As supplement in adrenal insuffic...
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Child Dose
Oral
Replacement therapy in adrenocortical insufficiency
Child: 400-800 mcg/kg/day, in 2-3 divided doses.
Intravenous
Acute adrenocortical insu...
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Contraindication
Viral/fungal infections, tubercular or syphilitic lesions, bacterial infections unless used in conjunction with appropriate chemotherapy.
Mode of Action
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Its anti-inflammatory action is due to the suppressio...
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Precaution
CHF, hypertension, DM, epilepsy, elderly, patients on prolonged therapy. Gradual withdrawal, pregnancy and lactation.
Lactation: Drug enters breast...
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Side Effect
Sodium and fluid retention. Potassium and calcium depletion. Muscle wasting, weakness, osteoporosis. GI disturbances and bleeding. Increased appetite ...
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Interaction
Thiazides may enhance hyperglycaemia and hypokalaemia caused by corticosteroids. Increased incidence of peptic ulcer or GI bleeding with concurrent NS...
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