Cortef Information:
Cortef (generic: Hydrocortisone) is part of the steroid family of medications; it is effective in preventing the release of substances in the body, which cause inflammation. It is currently used to treat a variety of different disorders including Skin disorders, lung disorders, ulcerative colitis, arthritis and lupus psoriasis.
Cortef may be used to treat other disorders not mentioned in this list; however your doctor will know more information, and will be able to give you any further information on request.
Brand Cortef from Canada
Canada Drugs Online is proud to serve you the brand Cortef from Canada manufactured by Pfizer. Please call us toll free at 1877-900-3784. Our Canadian Pharmacy also carries the generic Hydrocortisone tablets from United Kingdom manufactured by a different manufacturer.
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Cortef Side Effects:
As with all medications, you may experience some side effects, whilst using Cortef as your prescribed medication. It is important that if you do experience any of the side effects mentioned that you seek medical aid and inform your doctor of your problems and experiences.
Some serious side effects include problems with your vision, rapid weight gain, depression, coughing up blood, pancreatitis, confusion or irregular heartbeat and also a dangerous level of high blood pressure. These side effects are uncommon and are not reported on a regular basis, but users of Cortef should be aware of them.
Other less serious side effects could include sleep problems and mood changes, acne, wounds healing slowly, an increased sweating, nausea or changes in the location of your current body fat (Arms, Legs, Face, Neck and Waist).
Cortef Directions:
Cortef should be taken exactly as prescribed to you, by your doctor or your physician. Never take the medication in doses that are larger or smaller than that in which you have been instructed to do so, as this can reduce the effectiveness of the medication or can lead to negative side effects.
Your physician will inform you if there are to be any changes in the dose of your medication, and you should seek to have regular contact with your doctor, during the course of your treatment.
For further information and guidance on how to take Cortef, you should seek advice and direction from your prescription label. If you happen to miss a dose, you should contact your doctor for further instructions, and on the unlikely event of an accidental overdose, you should seek emergency medical aid immediately.
Cortef Precautions:
You should inform your doctor if you are known to be allergic to Hydrocortisone, as you should not take this medication. The same applies if you have a severe fungal infection, in any part of your body.
You should inform your doctor of all medical conditions you have, or have previously had, and should also inform your doctor about all other medications, you are currently taking. This includes Herbal, over the counter, Prescription drugs and also any vitamins you currently are taking.
Steroid medications can severely affect and weaken your immune system, which will make it easier for you, to contract an infection whilst you are using Cortef. If you experience any signs of stress, illness, fever or infection you should inform your Doctor immediately.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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