Hydrocortisone Tablets (Hydrocortisone)

Adult dose

Administer as hydrocortisone, 10 to 120 mg per day, divided into 1 to 4 oral doses. Adjust dosage appropriately according to age and condition.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For instance, it should not be used in individuals with allergies to this medication or its components, infections where there are no appropriate antimicrobial agents, systemic fungal infections, patients with herpes simplex, herpes zoster, or chickenpox. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so it should not be taken by individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders. Caution is especially required when administering this medication to some patients. Patients with tuberculosis or herpetic keratitis, cataracts, hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, and thrombosis should be administered this drug carefully. Caution is also necessary for patients with peptic ulcers, mental disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, myocardial infarction. Patients with diabetes should monitor their blood sugar levels, and those with reduced kidney or liver function, hypothyroidism, elderly patients should also exercise caution. This medication may cause various side effects, so symptoms should be closely monitored. Infections may worsen, and symptoms such as elevated blood pressure, fluid retention, osteoporosis, peptic ulcers, psychiatric disorders, skin changes, visual disturbances may occur. Long-term use of this medication may pose risks if stopped suddenly, so it should be gradually reduced according to the physician's instructions, and dosage may need to be increased under stressful situations. This medication can interact with other drugs, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist regarding any concurrent medications. Caution is particularly needed when co-administered with heart-related medications, anticoagulants, diuretics, antibiotics, anticonvulsants. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult with a doctor before using this medication due to potential effects on the fetus or newborn, and should avoid taking it during breastfeeding. Pediatric or adolescent patients may experience side effects such as growth delay, so it should be administered carefully at the minimum dose, and cardiac function monitoring is necessary. Elderly patients are at a higher risk of side effects, so careful observation and administration are necessary.

Serious side effects

• Hives;
• Severe swelling (edema);
• Chest tightness;
• Difficulty breathing;
• Cold sweat;
• Pallor;
• Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa accompanied by high fever;
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath;
• Asthma attacks;
• Respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever;

Mild side effects

• Induction, exacerbation, or masking of infections, skin reaction suppression; secondary adrenal insufficiency, diabetes, menstrual irregularities, Cushing's syndrome, growth suppression, decreased glucose tolerance;
• Peptic ulcers, pancreatitis, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, heartburn, abdominal bloating, esophagitis, thirst, increased appetite;
• Psychiatric disorders, depression, euphoria, insomnia, headaches, dizziness, seizures, increased intracranial pressure;
• Osteoporosis, aseptic necrosis, myopathy, myalgia, arthralgia.

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle