Minocort Tablet

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Minocort Tablet

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Minocort Information

Minocort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Addison Disease are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Minocort have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Minocort. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Minocort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Minocort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Minocort's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Minocort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Minocort related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections must refrain from the use of Minocort since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Minocort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Minocort have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Minocort Benefits & Uses

Minocort is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Minocort 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: Addison Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Addison Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Addison Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Addison Disease
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Minocort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Minocort safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Minocort. If you are pregnant, do not take Minocort without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Minocort safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Minocort may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Minocort should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Minocort on the Kidneys?


    Minocort 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 Minocort on the Liver?


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

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


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

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Minocort with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Minocort Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Minocort

  • Is this Minocort habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Minocort.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Minocort should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Minocort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Minocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Minocort


    Taking Minocort with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Minocort


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Minocort with alcohol will be.

    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 576-577

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 290



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