TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION contains Hydrocortisone which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION is used to treat endocrine disorders (diseases of endocrine glands), rheumatic disorders (inflammatory and autoimmune diseases), and hematologic disorders (blood disorders) in affected individuals.
It is also used to treat collagen diseases (autoimmune disease), dermatologic diseases, ophthalmic diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, respiratory diseases, and neoplastic diseases. The medicine is also indicated for use to replace insufficient corticosteroid hormone, and treat edematous & allergic states, and medical emergencies (such as shock/severe allergic reactions) in affected individuals.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to hydrocortisone. It is also not recommended for use in patients with systemic fungal infections, viral infections (such as herpes simplex eye infection, vaccinia, varicella), and idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (blood disorder marked by low platelet levels). The medicine is also not indicated for use in patients who had recently received live attenuated vaccines.
Before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have/have had an infection (such as herpes simplex, chickenpox, tuberculosis, threadworm), bleeding/clotting problem, suffering from osteoporosis (brittle bone), high blood pressure, oedema (swelling in arms/legs), diabetes, kidney problems (such as renal insufficiency), and/or liver problems (such as cirrhosis).
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be administered with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be administered with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). If the medicine is to be received for a longer period of time, then frequent tests on the child needs to be conducted to prevent risk of developing high intracranial pressure in the child. The medicine is advised to be administered with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor.
The most common side effects associated with the use of TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION are pain and swelling at the site of injection. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION works by replacing insufficient cortisol (naturally produced steroid) levels and blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (responsible for inflammation and allergies) in the body which results in decreased swelling and providing relief from inflammation and pain in affected individuals.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous injection/infusion or into a muscle as an intramuscular injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of TROYCORT 100MG INJECTIONfor you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Stop receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution during pregnancy only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if it is necessary since the medicine may pass through breastmilk. Consult your doctor before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness, vertigo (internal spinning sensation), visual disturbances and/or tiredness after receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with kidney problems such as renal inefficiency. Consult your doctor before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with liver disease such as cirrhosis. Consult your doctor before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
Do not receive TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, any other corticosteroid medicine, and/or any other ingredients in the medicine. Consult doctor before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be received with caution in patients with heart disease such as heart failure, heart attack, and congestive heart disease. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION is not recommended to receive if you:
Before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:
Use in Paediatrics:
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be administered with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). If the medicine is to be received for a longer period of time, then frequent tests on the child needs to be conducted to prevent risk of developing high intracranial pressure. If the medicine is administered to a premature baby, then few tests are conducted to monitor heart function. Consult your doctor before child receives the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION.
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before receiving TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
B. Drug-Food interaction:
Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION as it may cause steroid toxicity.
Overdosage:
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Drug | : | Hydrocortisone |
Pharmacological Category | : | Corticosteroids |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Inflammatory and allergic conditions,Replacement therapy (of corticosteroid hormone), Emergency conditions (such as shock/severe allergic reactions) |
Dosage Forms | : | Cream, Foam, Tablet, Injection |
What is TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION used for?
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION is used to treat endocrine disorders (diseases of endocrine glands), rheumatic disorders (inflammatory and autoimmune diseases), and hematologic disorders (blood disorders) in affected individuals. It is also used to treat collagen diseases (autoimmune disease), dermatologic diseases, ophthalmic diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, respiratory diseases, and neoplastic diseases. The medicine is also indicated for use to replace insufficient corticosteroid hormone, and treat edematous & allergic states, and medical emergencies (such as shock/severe allergic reactions) in affected individuals.
What are the side effects of TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION?
The most common side effects associated with the use of TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION are pain and swelling at the site of injection. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
How TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION works?
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION works by replacing insufficient cortisol (naturally produced steroid) levels and blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (responsible for inflammation and allergies) in the body which results in decreased swelling and providing relief from inflammation and pain in affected individuals.
How TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION should be administered?
TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous injection/infusion or into a muscle as an intramuscular injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of TROYCORT 100MG INJECTIONfor you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Can TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women?
Yes, TROYCORT 100MG INJECTION can be used but with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women only if it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
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Written By Dr. K .AZEEM HUSSAIN, B.D.S
Last updated on 12 Nov 2022 | 09:40 AM(IST)
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