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Locort Cream

20 gm Cream in 1 Tube
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20 GM CREAM | 1 Tube
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Locort Information

Locort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Locort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Locort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Locort include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Locort have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Locort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Locort has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Locort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Locort related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Locort contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Locort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Locort is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Locort Benefits & Uses

Locort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Locort Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Locort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Locort safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Locort. It is best to stop taking Locort immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Locort safe during breastfeeding?


    Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Locort for breastfeeding women are not known.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Locort on the Kidneys?


    Locort can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Locort on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Locort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Locort on the Heart?


    Locort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Locort with Other Drugs

Locort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Locort Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Locort unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Locort

  • Is this Locort habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Locort is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Locort as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Locort only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Locort is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Locort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Locort


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Locort together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Locort


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Locort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortef® (hydrocortisone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Solu-Cortef® (hydrocortisone sodium succinate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pandel (hydrocortisone probutate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortenema® (hydrocortisone)

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