Injectable hydrocortisone is an intramuscular or intravenous steroid anti-inflammatory that is used to reduce symptoms of pain, swelling, redness and heat caused by allergies, rheumatism or respiratory diseases, for example.
Injectable hydrocortisone can not be purchased in conventional pharmacies, and can only be used by healthcare professionals in hospitals.
Indications for injectable hydrocortisone
Injectable hydrocortisone is indicated for the treatment of inflammations caused by diseases such as glandular problems, rheumatic diseases, skin problems, allergies, inflammation of the eyes, respiratory diseases and multiple sclerosis.
Injectable hydrocortisone mode
Injectable hydrocortisone can only be used by healthcare professionals in the hospital after indication of the general practitioner, rheumatologist, dermatologist or pulmonologist, and can not be used at home by the patient.
Side effects of injectable hydrocortisone
The main side effects of injectable hydrocortisone include leg swelling, weight gain, muscle weakness, increased sweat production, headache, dizziness, itchy skin or increased thirst.
Contraindications for injectable hydrocortisone
Injectable hydrocortisone is contraindicated in patients with systemic fungal infection or hypersensitivity to hydrocortisone or other component of the formula.
