Cortisone or corticosteroid drugs are drugs that act as anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive. This class of medicament can be administered in the form of tablets, ointments, creams or injectable form. However, any cortisone oral medication should be taken with food to reduce its effect on the gastrointestinal tract.
Cortisone Remedies
There are many cortisone medicines, such as Betnelan, Depo-medrol, Meticorten, Celestone, Calcort, Solu-Cortef, Decadron or Flebocortide.
Side Effects of Cortisone
Some side effects of taking cortisone are: getting fat as it increases appetite, bruising, increased blood pressure, weakness, headache, acne or insomnia.
Care When Using Cortisone
During treatment with cortisone you need to take some care as: The diet should be supplemented with foods rich in protein, calcium, vitamin D, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C, as one of the risks is the development of osteoporosis, especially when your use is prolonged in time.
Monitoring electrolytes, blood glucose, blood pressure, weight, kidney function and growth in children in case of long treatments is also important.
Contraindications of Cortisone
Cortisone is contraindicated during gestation or lactation. Patients with diabetes, renal insufficiency and epilepsy should be cautious with the use of this class of medication, always ingested under medical advice and supervision.
