Acticort 100 Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information

Acticort 100 is a topical corticosteroid given to treat the rash, itching, inflammation, and other forms of skin disorders including eczema and psoriasis. Main ingredient in Acticort 100 is Hydrocortisone. Drugs like Acticort 100 do not cure the cause of these problems but they can quickly relieve the symptoms by interfering with the production of various substances in the body that cause these skin disorders. That is why it is imperative that corticosteroids like Acticort 100 should not be used without prior consultation of your physician, as these conditions could be a symptom of a larger problem. Acticort 100 is for external use only.

Acticort 100 Side Effects

Acticort 100 side effects may include allergic reaction, rash, irritation, acne, headache, itching, and discoloration of skin. Rare Acticort 100 side effects include back pain, heart problems, stomach ulcer, fatigue, irregular menstruation, diabetes, insomnia, and mood swings. Acticort 100 side effects are more likely when the treated area is covered with waterproof bandage. Use of large quantities of Acticort 100 over large parts of your body should be avoided as large quantities may be absorbed into the blood stream, which could lead to serious side effects.

ACTICORT 100 CAUTION

Avoid using large amounts of Acticort 100 over large areas of your body as this could lead to needless side effects somewhere else in the body.

Topical corticosteroids like Acticort 100 should not be used as the exclusive treatment for serious skin diseases like herpes, fungus, or skin tuberculosis.

Do not use Acticort 100 if you ever had an allergic reaction from using it in the past.

Prolonged use of topical corticosteroids like Acticort 100 near the eyes may cause cataracts or glaucoma.

Children are more at risk of serious side effects from Acticort 100.

Acticort 100 should not be given to infants under one year of age or for children older than 1 year for more than 3 weeks.

ACTICORT 100 INTERACTIONS

Check with your physician before combining Acticort 100 with other steroids.

ACTICORT 100 AND PREGNANCY

Topical corticosteroids like Acticort 100 may cause birth defects especially when applied in large amounts. If you are or think you may be pregnant, do not use Acticort 100 without first checking with your doctor.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle feed while using Acticort 100.

ACTICORT 100 DOSES

Consult with you physician or pharmacist as Acticort 100 doses vary with each condition.

ACTICORT 100 OVERDOSE

Symptoms of Acticort 100 overdose may include anxiety, depression, increased blood glucoe level, high blood pressure and water retention(swelling under the skin). In case of Acticort 100 overdose, seek medical help right away.

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