Coroson Tablets (Hydrocortisone)

Adult dose

As hydrocortisone, administer 10–120 mg daily, divided into 1–4 oral doses. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by individuals who have had an allergy or hypersensitivity reaction to any of its ingredients. Moreover, it should not be administered to patients with infections that are ineffective against antibiotics or systemic fungal infections, as this medication may suppress the immune system and worsen the infection. Patients with viral infections such as herpes simplex, shingles, or chickenpox should also avoid using this medication. This medication contains lactose, so it should not be given to patients with genetic disorders such as galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Patients with certain conditions need to use this medication with caution. For example, those with tuberculosis, keratitis, cataracts, hypertension, electrolyte imbalances, thrombosis, postoperative patients, peptic ulcer, psychosis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, or myocardial infarction require special caution as this medication may worsen their symptoms. Patients with infections, diabetes, renal failure, heart failure, hypothyroidism, liver cirrhosis, fatty liver, myasthenia gravis, and the elderly should also be cautious when using this medication. When using this medication, patients should be carefully monitored for the possibility of infection worsening or new infections arising. Prolonged use may lead to various side effects, including adrenal function suppression, increased blood sugar, osteoporosis, cardiovascular issues, psychiatric disorders, and skin changes, so caution is necessary. Additionally, this medication may interact with other drugs, so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals of any concurrent medications. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should discuss with their doctor if the use of this medication is necessary, as it may affect the fetus or newborn; discontinuing breastfeeding is advisable. In pediatric cases, there may be side effects such as growth delay or increased intracranial pressure, so it should be administered at the minimum effective dose with caution. The elderly are at a higher risk of developing side effects such as infections, diabetes, osteoporosis, cataracts, and glaucoma, thus requiring closer monitoring and attention.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), elevated blood pressure, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, paleness, cold sweat, high fever, severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, systemic reactions.

Mild side effects

• Infections
• menstrual irregularities
• growth suppression in children
• reduced glucose tolerance
• buffalo hump
• diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• epigastric discomfort
• heartburn

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a dark container that does not allow light in. It is best to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius, avoiding extremes of heat or cold.

Appearance

White round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle