Acort 40 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Acort 40 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Acort 40 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acort 40 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Acort 40 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Acort 40 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Acort 40 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Acort 40 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Acort 40 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Acort 40 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Acort 40 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Acort 40 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acort 40 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Is the use of Acort 40 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Acort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Acort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Acort 40 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Acort for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Acort 40 Injection on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Acort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Acort 40 Injection on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Acort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Acort 40 Injection on the Heart?
Acort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Acort 40 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acort 40 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acort 40 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acort 40 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acort 40 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acort 40 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acort 40 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acort 40 Injection
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Acort 40 Injection and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acort 40 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acort 40 Injection with alcohol will be.
No, Acort is a topical corticosteroid so it should not be used on the face. Harmful skin effects can occur by applying Acort on a face like periorificial dermatitis (rash around the mouth), atrophy(degeneration of cells), and telangiectasia (tiny blood vessels causing thread-like pattern on the skin). The more potent a steroid, the more serious these adverse reactions.
High potency Acort oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Acort dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.
Acort is available in multiple dosage forms like topical cream, ointment, lotion, injectibles, nasal inhalation aerosol, and oral paste. You should take it exactly as per the recommendations of your doctor. Do not use it for the ailments not prescribed by your doctor.
No, Acort cannot be used for the treatment of cold sores. There is a dearth of good literature on Acort's efficacy for cold sores. Cold sores appear as blisters around the mouth. These are usually caused by Herpes simplex virus. These can be managed by using a lemon balm, over-the-counter anti-viral medications, ice, aloe vera, sunscreen, etc. You should follow your doctor's advice completely.
Acort works by the reduction of inflammation and bringing respite to the patient.
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