Acticort Information
Acticort is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Other than this, Acticort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Acticort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Acticort are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. While these are the most often observed Acticort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Acticort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Acticort's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Acticort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acticort related warnings section.
Acticort can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acticort in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. The section on Acticort contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Acticort may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acticort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Acticort Benefits & Uses
Acticort is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Arthritis
- Lymphoma
- Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
- Sarcoidosis
- Lupus
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Heat Rash
- Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Bursitis
- Dermatitis Herpetiformis
- Osteoarthritis
- Polymyositis
- Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Uveitis
- Hemolytic Anemia
- Rheumatic Heart Disease
- Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Bell's Palsy
- Facial Paralysis
- Wheezing
- Itchy Scalp
- Swollen Tongue
- Vasculitis
Acticort Dosage & How to Take
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 |
|
| Geriatric |
|
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Acticort Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acticort is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Altered bone growth
Moderate
- Decreased libido
- Increased risk of infection
- Increased hair growth
- Muscle disorders
- Excessive sweating
- Increased blood pressure
- Delayed wound healing
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
Mild
- Headache
- Fragile Skin
- Altered menstrual cycle
- Insomnia
- Absence of Menstrual Periods
- Fatigue
- Acne
- Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)
- Skin redness
Common
- Skin scar
- Mood swings
- Unusual behavior
Acticort Related Warnings
-
Is the use of Acticort safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Acticort without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Acticort safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Acticort.
Safe -
What is the effect of Acticort on the Kidneys?
Acticort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Acticort on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Acticort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Acticort on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Acticort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Acticort with Other Drugs
Acticort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Acticort Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acticort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Infections
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Diabetes
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Heart Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Liver Disease
- Myasthenia Gravis
Frequently asked Questions about Acticort
-
Is this Acticort habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Acticort.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acticort since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Acticort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acticort is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Acticort Interactions with Food and Alcohol
-
Interaction between Food and Acticort
There is no information on the effects of taking Acticort with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Acticort
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Acticort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Acticort
Question over 5 years ago
Is Acticort an anti- inflammatory drug?
Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Acticort is an anti-inflammatory drug. It used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I discontinue Acticort on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
No, You should not discontinue Acticort on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Acticort?
Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine
Acticort is a brand name of prednisolone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the group of medicine called corticosteroid. It is used to treat a number of the condition such as allergies, the autoimmune disorder, inflammatory condition, and cancer.
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Acticort cause stomach upset?
Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Question almost 6 years ago
How long can I safely take Acticort?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Take Acticort as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as directed by a doctor.
See all substitutes for Acticort
- Omnacortil 5 Tablet DT - ₹7
- Omnacortil 40 Tablet DT - ₹36
- Omnacortil 30 Tablet DT - ₹63
- Omnacortil 20 Tablet DT - ₹25
- Omnacortil 2.5 Tablet DT - ₹9
- Omnacortil 10 Tablet DT - ₹11
- Wysolone 5 Tablet DT - ₹10
- Wysolone 20 Tablet DT - ₹38
- Wysolone 10 Tablet DT - ₹23
- Dispred 4 Tablet DT - ₹60
- Emsolone 5 Mg Tablet - ₹11
- Nucort Forte 10 Mg Tablet - ₹6
- Predicort 5 Tablet - ₹3
- Acticort 5 Tablet - ₹5
- Acticort 20 Tablet - ₹15
- Acticort 10 Tablet - ₹9
- Predone 5 Tablet - ₹4
- Immupress D30 Tablet - ₹198
- Wysolone 30 Tablet - ₹41
- Dispred 16 Tablet - ₹138
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
