Uses / Indications:
Hisolone 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergy symptoms, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders, eye disorders and nephrotic syndrome.
Pregnancy interaction:
Hisolone 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dose is decreased or tapered over time. Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use. Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.
Side Effects:
Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hisolone 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Hisolone 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called as glucocorticosteroids. It increases the level of corticosteroids which are already present in the body and helps to treat various inflammatory conditions. It has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body.
Faq for medicine:
Is Hisolone an anti-inflammatory drug? : Hisolone belongs to the class of corticosteroids which has anti-inflammatory properties (suppresses the inflammation associated with many diseases, for example, arthritis). Hence, Hisolone is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions. |How long can I take Hisolone for? : It is advisable to take Hisolone for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment suddenly or take for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.|Does Hisolone contain penicillin? : Hisolone does not contain penicillin. Hisolone belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. |Does Hisolone expire? : Yes, Hisolone does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.|Is Hisolone a pain-killer? : Hisolone is not a pain-killer. Hisolone belongs to a group of medicines called steroids which are anti-inflammatory in nature and can help in the relief of pain associated with inflammation.|Is Hisolone safe? : Yes. Hisolone is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.|Is Hisolone an immunosuppressant? : Hisolone belongs to the class of corticosteroids and has immunosuppressant properties (suppresses the body’s immune system). Hence, Hisolone is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions. |Is Hisolone a glucocorticoid? : Hisolone is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids (corticosteroids). |Can I take Hisolone with antibiotics? : Certain antibiotics may increase the metabolism of Hisolone and hence decrease its effects. So, it may be necessary to adjust the dose of Hisolone accordingly. Please consult your doctor before taking Hisolone with antibiotics.|Can I take Hisolone with paracetamol? : Hisolone can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically seen between the two. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Medicine interaction:
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