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K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g

Triamcinolone:1mg/g | Corticosteroids systemic

Manufactured / Marketed By : Ophth-PharmaProduct Form : CreamPack Size : 5gIngredients : Triamcinolone:1mg/gGeneric Category : Corticosteroids systemic

How it works

K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g

  • Anxiety
  • Blurred vision
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Headache
  • Weight gain
  • Numbness, tingling in arms or legs
  • Mood changes
  • Nausea and vomiting

Uses of K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

    This medicine is used to relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis such as swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints.

  • Osteoarthritis

    This medicine is used to relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis such as swelling, pain, and stiffness of joints.

  • Allergic Rhinitis

    This medicine is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, a condition characterized by symptoms such as a stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy and watery eyes, etc.

  • Inflammaton

    This medicine is used to relieve swelling, pain, and redness in various dermatologic, endocrine, gastrointestinal, hematological, renal, respiratory, allergic disorders, etc. where corticosteroid therapy is appropriate.

  • Psoriasis

    This medicine may be used in the treatment of psoriasis, a skin disease characterized by itchy, red, and sore patches on the skin.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours after administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendency has been reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g , any other inactive ingredients present along with it, or any other corticosteroids.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Vaccination

    Administration of live or attenuated vaccines is not recommended in patients receiving immunosuppressive doses of this medicine due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Your doctor may advise you on an appropriate time gap between the administration of the vaccine and the medicine or suggest an alternative medicine or alternative means of vaccination based on your clinical condition.

  • Infections

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from systemic infections since it may worsen the patient's condition. Patients who are at risk of developing infections should be monitored closely during treatment with this medicine for any signs of infections. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Abrupt discontinuation

    Do not stop the use of this drug without consulting your doctor. Abrupt discontinuation may cause withdrawal symptoms such as drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, etc.

  • Driving or operating machinery

    This medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

  • Other uses

    Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for indications other than those stated above in certain specific circumstances, especially if other medicines are not effective. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor in such cases.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Antidiabetic medicines moderate
  • Bupropion severe
  • Adalimumab severe
  • Ketoconazole severe
  • Ibuprofen moderate
Disease interactions
  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of myocardial infarction due to an increase in the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with preexisting hyperlipidemia due to an increased risk of elevation in serum triglycerides and LDL cholesterol levels. Close monitoring of triglycerides and cholesterol levels is recommended for these patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis due to an increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine is known to cause perforations and bleeding in the gut especially when high doses are consumed. Hence this medicine should be administered with caution in patients having a pre-existing perforation disorder of the stomach or intestine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.This medicine should be used with caution if the patient is suffering from an eye infection caused by herpes simplex virus. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with latent or active infections since this medicine can suppress the immune system and worsen the patient's condition. This risk is especially higher in patients on high doses of this medicine for a prolonged period of time. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver K-KORT 1mg|g Cream 5g. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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