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Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's is used as a hormone replacement when your body does not make enough cortisol (such as Addison's disease). It is used as a replacement therapy for children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands). Also, it is used to treat various illnesses involving inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

HYDROCORTISONE-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Nirosha Lifesciences Llp

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's is used to replace cortisol, a natural hormone, when the body does not produce enough of it (such as in Addison’s disease). It is given to children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia and during severe illness or injury in children who have adrenal insufficiency or low adrenal reserve.

It is also used to treat conditions that cause inflammation, such as swelling, redness, heat, and pain in the body.

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's contains hydrocortisone, which works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol. Also, it works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's may cause common side effects, including acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, headache, nausea, fatigue, or indigestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or nursing, please inform your physician before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's. If you have an infection, avoid taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's, and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's, consult a doctor.

Uses of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of hormone replacement for cortisol and other inflammatory conditions. The detailed uses of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia: Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's helps replacement therapy in children whose bodies are unable to produce enough natural steroids.
  • Severe allergic reactions: Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's helps manage serious allergic responses by reducing inflammation and immunological activity.
  • Hormone replacement in adrenal disorders: Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's maintains essential steroid hormone balance in individuals with inadequate adrenal function.

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Directions for Use

  • Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's can be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset.
  • It is usually taken 2-3 times daily or as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Swallow Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew this medication.

Key Benefits

For Hormone replacement in adrenal disorders:

  • Replaces the cortisol that is lacking in adrenal insufficiency.
  • Keeps the metabolism of lipids, proteins, and carbs regular.
  • Enhances the body's reaction to both mental and physical stress.
  • Minimises symptoms including weakness, nausea, exhaustion, and weight loss.
  • Lowers the chance of an adrenal crisis when taken as directed on a regular basis.

For allergic reactions:

  • Minimises swelling, redness, and inflammation at the site of injury.
  • Relieves the discomfort and itching brought on by allergic responses.
  • Reduces the immune response that causes allergic symptoms.
  • Aids in managing skin conditions such as rashes, dermatitis, and eczema.
  • Beneficial for allergic responses to stings and insect bites.

How Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's Works

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's contains Hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid that works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol. Also, it works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Hydrocortisone or other medicines.
  • If you have an infection, avoid taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's, and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's, consult a doctor.
  • If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's.
  • If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's.
  • Some people may experience mood changes (feeling depressed or high), difficulty in thinking or being confused and losing their memory, feeling anxious, sleeping problems, feeling, hearing, or seeing things that do not exist, and having strange and frightening thoughts. If you experience any of these problems, please consult your doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Critical
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Taking Iopamidol and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet together can increase the risk of seizures, meningitis, and inflammation of the spinal membranes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms , consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Combining Mifepristone and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can reduce the effects of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. If you experience any symptoms, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Taking Cinoxacin and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet together can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
co-administration of Cinoxacin and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Amiodarone together with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though Amiodarone and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet interact, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. If you have cardiac problems or electrolyte imbalances, you may be at greater risk. If you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, Weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, painful muscle cramping, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting, get medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Ziprasidone and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of ziprasidone and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, muscle pain, cramps, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Bempedoic acid with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of tissue injury near muscles and joints.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bempedoic acid can be taken with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation of joints consult a doctor. Exercise and using the impacted area should both be avoided. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
The combined use of Leflunomide and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of leflunomide and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Adalimumab and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet together can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of adalimumab and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
The combined use of Infliximab and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of infliximab and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of baricitinib and Hycorise-5 mg Tablet can raise the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, baricitinib can be taken with Hycorise-5 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning when you urinate, abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Healthy diet:

  • Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • To stop muscle loss, eat meals high in protein, such as lean meat, eggs, fish, legumes, and dal.
  • To preserve bone health, choose foods high in calcium, such as milk, curd, paneer, and ragi.
  • To ensure calcium absorption, make sure you consume enough vitamin D from fortified foods and eggs.

Stress management:

  • Engage in relaxation exercises like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing.
  • Keep a consistent sleep schedule to promote hormonal equilibrium.
  • When at all possible, steer clear of extreme emotional and physical stress.
  • To avoid exhaustion and overexertion, schedule your everyday activities.

Physical activity:

  • Engage in regular, moderate physical activity.
  • Manage stress with relaxation techniques like yoga or meditation.
  • Avoid smoking and excess alcohol.
  • Monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, and body weight regularly.
  • Protect bones with calcium and vitamin D intake.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[CORTICOSTEROIDS]

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor if you have concerns.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Limited data is available on the effect of Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Small amounts of Hydrocortisone may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or extreme tiredness. If you experience these symptoms, avoid driving or operating machines.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's should be used in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Your doctor may monitor the growth of the child while on treatment with this medicine.

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Heart

Caution

Exercise caution before using Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's in case of heart problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's should be used with caution in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor before use.

FAQs

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's is used as a hormone replacement for cortisol (a natural hormone) and to treat inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness), such as severe allergies, asthma, certain forms of arthritis, blood, skin, kidney, eye, thyroid and intestinal disorders, and certain types of cancer.

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's contains Hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid that works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol. Also, it works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's may cause mental problems, especially if taken in high doses. However, inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and suicidal thoughts while taking Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's.

A blue steroid card consists of patient instructions and provides information to healthcare providers regarding the details of prescribed steroids. It is given to patients using Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's for more than three weeks. The patient is advised to always carry a steroid card and show it to the nurse, midwife, doctor, dentist or anyone who treats them.

Hycorise-5 mg Tablet 10's may cause common side effects, including acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, headache, nausea, fatigue, or indigestion. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Gf 4A, Diamond 27, Nr. Ashtha Square Residency, Chandkheda, Ahmedabad - 382424
Other Info - HYC0077

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