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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:35 PM IST

HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg Injection are acne, increased hair growth, weight gain, dizziness, nausea, muscle weakness, or indigestion.

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About HI Cort 100mg Injection

HI Cort 100mg 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. HI Cort 100mg 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).

HI Cort 100mg 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.

HI Cort 100mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection. If you have an infection, avoid receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection; if you develop any new infection while on treatment with HI Cort 100mg Injection, consult a doctor.

Uses of HI Cort 100mg Injection

Treatment of Allergic and inflammatory conditions

Medicinal Benefits

HI Cort 100mg Injection contains 'Hydrocortisone', a corticosteroid that works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. HI Cort 100mg 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. HI Cort 100mg 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). HI Cort 100mg Injection may be used in combination with other adrenal cortex hormones.

Directions for Use

HI Cort 100mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of HI Cort 100mg Injection

  • Acne
  • Increased hair growth
  • Weight gain
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Muscle weakness
  • Indigestion

Drug Warnings

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 HI Cort 100mg Injection. If you have been vaccinated recently or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg Injection, and if you develop any new infection while on treatment with HI Cort 100mg Injection, consult a doctor.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir, cobicistat), anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine, primidone), antituberculosis drugs (rifabutin, rifampicin), antidiabetic drugs (insulin, metformin, glibenclamide), oral contraceptives, blood thinners (warfarin), medicines used to treat glaucoma (acetazolamide), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin), an ulcer healing drug (carbenoxolone), medicines used to treat myasthenia gravis, diuretics (furosemide, bendroflumethiazide), and orally ingested chemicals used to make x-rays clearer. 

Drug-Food Interactions: HI Cort 100mg Injection may interact with grapefruit juice. Please discuss this with your doctor before drinking grapefruit juice while receiving the HI Cort 100mg Injection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Avoid receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection if you have a viral infection such as chickenpox, shingles, measles, or any other infection. If you have or have ever had severe depression or bipolar disorder, tuberculosis (TB), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), high blood pressure, fits, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), diabetes, heart failure, stomach ulcers, liver or kidney problems, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RITONAVIR
  • COBICISTAT
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PRIMIDONE
  • RIFABUTIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • INSULIN HUMAN
  • METFORMIN
  • GLIBENCLAMIDE
  • ASPIRIN
  • CARBENOXOLONE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • BENDROFLUMETHIAZIDE

Habit Forming

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

Special Advise

HI Cort 100mg Injection may increase the risk of infections, especially if taken for a long duration, as it may weaken the immune system. Therefore, it is advised to stay away from people having chickenpox, measles, or shingles as they can be severely affected while on treatment with HI Cort 100mg Injection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Inflammation: It is a response generated by damage to living tissues. This response is a defence mechanism to protect the body from injury, infection, or disease. The symptoms of inflammation include redness, pain, swelling, heat, or loss of function. Inflammation can be caused due to certain medications, acute and chronic conditions, or exposure to foreign materials or irritants your body can’t eliminate easily. 

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of HI Cort 100mg Injection with alcohol is unknown. Please discuss this with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks, as corticosteroids may increase the risk of low birth weight of the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Small amounts of Hydrocortisone may be excreted in breast milk. Therefore, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection. If you are advised to continue breastfeeding while on treatment with HI Cort 100mg Injection, your baby will need extra checks to ensure she/he is not being affected by HI Cort 100mg Injection.

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Driving

Caution

HI Cort 100mg Injection may cause muscle weakness, mood changes or blurred vision. 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 history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection. 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 receiving HI Cort 100mg Injection. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

HI Cort 100mg Injection should be administered carefully to children as prolonged use may interfere with the growth and development of children and cause cataracts.

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FAQs

HI Cort 100mg Injection is used to treat Allergic and inflammatory conditions.
HI Cort 100mg 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.
HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg 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.
HI Cort 100mg 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, HI Cort 100mg Injection is a steroid. It belongs to a class of medicines called corticosteroids.
HI Cort 100mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.
The most common side effect of HI Cort 100mg 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 HI Cort 100mg 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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