Manufacturer: Gujarat Terce Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition : Triamcinolone(10mg)
Vial of 2ml Injection
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Acort 10mg Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Get the injection regularly at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from it. It is important to keep using the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
A triamcinolone acetonide 10mg/mL or 40mg/mL injection is indicated intra-articularly for acute gouty arthritis, acute and subacute bursitis, acute nonspecific tenosynovitis, epicondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and synovitis of osteoarthritis.
After intravenous administration, triamcinolone acetonide was eliminated with a total body clearance of 37 L/h and a half-life of 2.0 hours. The volume of distribution was 103 L, and oral bioavailability averaged 23%. Absorption was rapid, achieving maximum triamcinolone acetonide levels of 10.5 ng/mL after 1 hour.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acort
Infection
Increased risk of infection
Headache
Joint pain
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
active, untreated tuberculosis.
inactive tuberculosis.
herpes simplex infection of the eye.
a herpes simplex infection.
an infection due to a fungus.
intestinal infection caused by the roundworm Strongyloides.
a condition with low thyroid hormone levels.
diabetes.
Acort 10mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acort 10mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Acort 10mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Rheumatic or Arthritic Disorders. Treatment of rheumatic or arthritic disorders. ...
Dermatoses. Indicated for treatment of steroid-responsive dermatoses. ...
Inflammatory & Allergic Systemic Conditions. ...
Multiple Sclerosis.
Some products that may interact with this drug are: aldesleukin, mifepristone, other drugs that can cause bleeding/bruising (including antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, NSAIDs such as ibuprofen/naproxen, "blood thinners" such as warfarin/dabigatran).
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Acort 10mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Acort 10mg Injection helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
It is injected into the muscles under the supervision of a doctor.
Acort 10mg Injection can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Acort 10mg Injection. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Acort 10mg Injection suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What is Acort 10mg Injection used for?
Acort 10mg Injection has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for the treatment of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It also helps to treat many autoimmune diseases which occur when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Q. How does Acort 10mg Injection work?
Acort 10mg Injection works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses associated with active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Q. How is Acort 10mg Injection administered?
Acort 10mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Acort 10mg Injection.
Q. Is Acort 10mg Injection effective?
Acort 10mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acort 10mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. When will I feel better after taking Acort 10mg Injection?
Acort 10mg Injection effectively treats pain and inflammation. However, its effect may vary from person to person, depending on the condition you are being treated for and also your body weight. Your doctor will prescribe you Acort 10mg Injection in the dose that suits your requirement.
Q. Is Acort 10mg Injection safe?
Acort 10mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
