Injectable hydrocortisone (solu-cortef)

Injectable hydrocortisone is an intramuscular or intravenous steroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to reduce the symptoms of pain, swelling, redness and heat caused by allergies, rheumatism or respiratory diseases, for example.

Injectable hydrocortisone cannot 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 health professionals in the hospital after the indication of the general practitioner, rheumatologist, dermatology or pulmonologist, and cannot be used at home by the patient.

Side effects of injectable hydrocortisone

The main side effects of injectable hydrocortisone include swelling in the legs, weight gain, muscle weakness, increased sweat production, headaches, dizziness, itchy skin or increased thirst.

Contraindications for injectable hydrocortisone

Injectable hydrocortisone is contraindicated in patients with systemic fungal infection or with hypersensitivity to hydrocortisone or another component of the formula.