HY-Cortisone 100mg Injection (Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate) – Corticosteroid for Inflammation & Allergic Reactions

Description

HY-Cortisone 100mg Injection contains Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate, a corticosteroid medication used to treat a wide range of conditions related to inflammation, allergies, adrenal insufficiency, and severe immune reactions.

It works by reducing inflammation and suppressing the immune response, making it effective in emergencies such as severe asthma attacks, adrenal crisis, and life-threatening allergic reactions.

This medicine is usually given by a doctor or nurse via intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV), or subcutaneous (SC) injection.

Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate (100mg)

• Inactive Ingredients: Buffers and sterile water for injection

Drug Class

• Corticosteroid / Glucocorticoid

Dosage Form

• Injection (Vial / Ampoule, 100mg)

Uses

HY-Cortisone Injection is prescribed for:

• Adrenal insufficiency (Addison’s disease, adrenal crisis)

• Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)

• Asthma attacks and COPD flare-ups

• Rheumatic disorders (arthritis, lupus)

• Skin conditions (eczema, severe dermatitis)

• Endocrine disorders requiring steroid replacement

• Shock due to severe infection, trauma, or surgery

• Certain autoimmune and inflammatory diseases

Dosage

• Adults:

  • Initial dose: 100mg IM or IV injection.

  • Maintenance dose: 100–500mg every 2–6 hours depending on condition severity.

• Children: Dosage is based on body weight (usually 0.56–8 mg/kg/day).

• Note: Dosage must be adjusted by the doctor according to illness severity and patient’s response.

In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: High blood pressure, high blood sugar, confusion, mood changes, swelling, electrolyte imbalance.

• Action: Seek immediate medical care. Supportive treatment required.

Missed Dose

• As this is usually hospital-administered, missed doses are uncommon.

• If at home, take as soon as remembered, but do not double dose.

How To Use

• Administered via IV, IM, or SC injection by a healthcare professional.

• Not for self-use unless prescribed and trained.

• Must follow doctor’s recommended dosing schedule.

When Not to Use

Do not use HY-Cortisone if:

• You are allergic to hydrocortisone or other corticosteroids.

• You have systemic fungal infections (unless directed by doctor).

• You have untreated infections without concurrent antibiotics.

• You are receiving live vaccines while on high-dose steroid therapy.

Side Effects

Common:

• Pain at injection site

• Stomach upset, bloating

• Mood swings, anxiety

• Increased appetite and weight gain

Serious (seek medical help):

• Vision changes (glaucoma, cataracts)

• High blood pressure or blood sugar

• Muscle weakness or osteoporosis

• Delayed wound healing

• Swelling of face, feet, or hands (fluid retention)

• Increased risk of infection

Precautions & Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, or heart problems.

• Long-term use requires gradual tapering to avoid adrenal crisis.

• Avoid exposure to infections (chickenpox, measles) while on corticosteroid therapy.

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before use.

Drug Interactions

May interact with:

• NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, aspirin – ↑ risk of stomach ulcers)

• Diuretics (↑ electrolyte imbalance risk)

• Antidiabetic medicines (↓ effectiveness)

• Live vaccines (↓ immune response, ↑ infection risk)

• Antifungals (ketoconazole ↑ steroid effect)

• Anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine ↓ steroid effect)

Storage/Disposal

• Store below 25°C, protected from light.

• Do not freeze.

• Keep away from children.

• Dispose of unused vials/ampoules as per hospital or pharmacist instructions.

Control Drug

• Not a controlled substance

• Prescription-only medicine (Rx)

Quick Tips

• Never stop HY-Cortisone suddenly; taper dose gradually under doctor’s supervision.

• Inform your doctor if you develop fever, sore throat, or signs of infection.

• Carry a steroid treatment card/ID if on long-term therapy.

• Maintain a healthy diet rich in calcium and vitamin D to protect bones.

• Monitor blood pressure and blood sugar regularly during therapy.