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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Cortireach 100 mg Injection is used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions. It contains Hydrocortisone, which inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. It also works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol. Common side effects of Cortireach 100 mg Injection are acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, nausea, muscle weakness, or indigestion.

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Swiss Life Sciences

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3 Days Returnable

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Jan-27

Cortireach 100 mg Injection belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids used to treat symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching associated with allergic reactions or inflammatory processes. It is used to treat painful, swollen joints and tendons in conditions such as golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow. Also, it is used to improve different conditions such as ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the lower bowel), Crohn’s disease (inflammation of the gut), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (autoimmune disorder), severe shock due to infection or injury or failure of adrenal glands. Cortireach 100 mg Injection may be used for a short duration when other means do not or insufficiently help in case of severe allergic reactions, severe asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (lung disease that causes shortness of breath), or status asthmaticus (a persistent asthma attack).

Cortireach 100 mg Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', which inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. It also works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol.

Cortireach 100 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, Cortireach 100 mg Injection may cause common side effects such as acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, nausea, muscle weakness or indigestion. Most of these side effects of Cortireach 100 mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Hydrocortisone or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection. If you have an infection, avoid receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection; if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Cortireach 100 mg Injection, consult a doctor.

Treatment of Allergic and inflammatory conditions
Cortireach 100 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Cortireach 100 mg Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Cortireach 100 mg Injection is used to treat painful, swollen joints and tendons in conditions such as golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow. Also, it is used to improve different conditions such as ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the lower bowel), Crohn’s disease (inflammation of the gut), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), Stevens-Johnson syndrome (autoimmune disorder), severe shock due to infection or injury or failure of adrenal glands. Cortireach 100 mg Injection may be used for a short duration when other means do not or insufficiently help in case of severe allergic reactions, severe asthma, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (lung disease that causes shortness of breath), or status asthmaticus (a persistent asthma attack). Also, hydrocortisone works as a hormone replacement for cortisol (a natural hormone) when your body does not make enough cortisol as the adrenal cortex does not function properly (ex: Addison's disease). Cortireach 100 mg Injection may be used in combination with other adrenal cortex hormones.

Cortireach 100 mg Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', which inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. It also works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol.
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  • Acne
  • Increased hair growth
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Muscle weakness
  • Indigestion
Since Cortireach 100 mg Injection is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly.

If you are allergic to Hydrocortisone or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection. 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 inform your doctor immediately. If you have an infection, avoid receiving Cortireach 100 mg Injection, and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with Cortireach 100 mg Injection, consult a doctor.

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HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

HydrocortisoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Taking Iopamidol and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's together can increase the risk of seizures, meningitis, and inflammation of the spinal membranes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Combining Mifepristone and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can reduce the effects of Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneNatalizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
The combined use of Natalizumab and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Natalizumab and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, If you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning when urinating, contact your doctor immediately. In addition, get immediate medical care if you feel progressively weakening on one side of the body, clumsiness in your limbs, vision disturbances, confusion, or changes in your thinking, memory, or personality. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Using deferasirox and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's together can increase the risk of gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
co-administration of deferasirox and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, dizziness, lightheadedness, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting (especially with fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds), and red or black, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
HydrocortisoneBempedoic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Co-administration of Bempedoic acid with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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 Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneAmiodarone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Amiodarone together with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though Amiodarone and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneCiprofloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Taking Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's with ciprofloxacin may cause tendinitis(a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed) and tendon rupture(an injury that is usually painful and likely to affect your ability to walk).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can be taken with Ciprofloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
HydrocortisoneDesmopressin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
If you have to use Desmopressin and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. However, if you experience loss of appetite, headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy (very tired), irritability, difficulty concentrating, weakness, unsteadiness, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, contact your doctor immediately as these may be symptoms of water intoxication (water poisoning) and hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood). Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
HydrocortisoneGemifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Taking Gemifloxacin and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's together can cause tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of gemifloxacin and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's 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.
HydrocortisoneThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's:
Coadministration of thalidomide and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Thalidomide and Cortireach 100 mg Injection 1's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, and pain, redness ,or swelling in an arm or leg, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid the consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.
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FAQs

Cortireach 100 mg Injection is used to treat Allergic and inflammatory conditions.
Cortireach 100 mg Injection contains Hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Also, it works as a replacement therapy for the natural steroid hormone cortisol.
Cortireach 100 mg Injection may cause mental problems, especially if given in high doses. However, inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and suicidal thoughts while on treatment with Cortireach 100 mg Injection.
A blue steroid card consists of patients' instructions and provides information to healthcare providers regarding the details of prescribed steroids. It is given to patients using Cortireach 100 mg Injection for more than three weeks. The patient is advised to carry a steroid card always and show it to the nurse, midwife, doctor, dentist or anyone who treats them.
Cortireach 100 mg Injection may cause side effects such as acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, nausea, muscle weakness or indigestion. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Cortireach 100 mg Injection is a steroid. It belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids.
Cortireach 100 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.
The most common side effect of Cortireach 100 mg Injection is intense pain and swelling in the joint where it was given. This usually improves after a few days. It is helpful to rest the joint for 24 hours after using Cortireach 100 mg Injection and avoid heavy exercise. It might be safe to take painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen if advised by the doctor.
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