Description
| Detail | Info |
| Product | Hydrocortisone 10 mg Tablets |
| Active Ingredient | Hydrocortisone |
| Strength | 10 mg |
| Form | Oral tablet |
| Drug Class | Corticosteroid (steroid) |
| Price in Pakistan | Rs. 5000 |
| Prescription | Required |
What Are Hydrocortisone 10 mg Tablets?
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid. It is a lab-made version of cortisol. Cortisol is a hormone your body makes naturally. It helps your body handle stress, illness and injury.
When you take hydrocortisone, it does two jobs. It lowers inflammation in the body. It also replaces cortisol when your body does not make enough.
Hydrocortisone 10 mg Tablets Uses
Doctors may prescribe hydrocortisone for:
- Adrenal insufficiency (when the body makes too little cortisol)
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia in children
- Severe asthma
- Severe allergic reactions
- Arthritis and other inflammatory conditions
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Extra cover before surgery or during serious illness or injury
How to Take Hydrocortisone 10 mg Tablets
Take the tablets by mouth, exactly as your doctor tells you. The dose depends on your condition. You can take them with or without food. Taking them with food or milk can help avoid stomach upset. If you take one dose a day, the morning is usually best.
Do not take hydrocortisone with grapefruit juice. It can change how the medicine works.
Do not stop suddenly. If you have taken it for more than a few weeks, stopping fast can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure. Your doctor will lower the dose slowly.
Missed a dose? Skip it and take your next dose as normal. Never take a double dose.
Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Trouble sleeping
- Low mood or feeling too excited
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Indigestion or nausea
- Headache and tiredness
- Acne
With long-term use, you may notice a rounder face, thin skin, easy bruising, high blood pressure or high blood sugar. Steroids can also affect mood and increase the risk of infections.
Call your doctor right away if you have:
- Signs of an allergic reaction, like swelling of the face or trouble breathing
- Black stools or vomiting blood
- Severe mood changes, depression or confusion
- Signs of infection, like fever or chills
FAQs
What are hydrocortisone 10 mg tablets used for?
They are used to treat adrenal insufficiency, severe asthma, allergic reactions and other inflammatory conditions.
What is the hydrocortisone 10 mg tablets price in Pakistan?
The price is Rs. [your current price]. Please check the latest price before ordering.
Can I buy hydrocortisone 10 mg tablets without a prescription?
No. It is a prescription-only medicine.
Can I stop hydrocortisone suddenly?
No. Stopping suddenly can be dangerous after long-term use. Your doctor will lower the dose slowly.
Should I take hydrocortisone with food?
You can take it with or without food. Food or milk can help prevent stomach upset.
What is the best time to take hydrocortisone 10 mg tablets?
If you take it once a day, the morning is usually best. If your doctor splits the dose, follow the schedule they give you.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Skip the missed dose and take your next dose as normal. Do not take two doses together.
Does hydrocortisone cause weight gain?
It can increase appetite and cause weight gain, especially with long-term use. Talk to your doctor if this worries you.
