PRIMACORT INJECTION 100GM . Hydrocortisone is used in the treatment of many different conditions including allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis(inflammatory bowel disease), arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis(disease of the brain and spinal cord) or lung disorders.
. is also used to replace steroids in people with adrenal insufficiency (decreased production of natural steroids by the adrenal glands).
. is often used to treat certain blood cell disorders such as anemia (low red blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets).
. is also used in the treatment of certain cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.

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

PRIMACORT INJECTION 100GM to be injected intramuscularly (into a muscle) or intravenously (into a vein).

PRIMACORT INJECTION 100GM works by reducing swelling and redness and by changing the way the immune system works.

• You should not use hydrocortisone if you:
- are allergic to it
- have a fungal infection anywhere in your body
• Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- heart disease, high blood pressure
- tuberculosis
- a thyroid disorder
- low bone mineral density (osteoporosis)
- stomach ulcers, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis
- diabetes
- a colostomy or ileostomy
- depression or mental illness
- glaucoma or cataracts
- herpes infection of the eyes
- a muscle disorder such as myasthenia gravis

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat and light.