Product Details
Hydrocortisone sodium succinate injection Ip
100MG/500MG
Product Description :
HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJECTION IP 100 mg / 500 mg
Sterile Powder for Solution for Intravenous or Intramuscular Administration
COMPOSITION
Each vial contains:
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate equivalent to Hydrocortisone ............... 100 mg
or
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate equivalent to Hydrocortisone ............... 500 mg
Excipients: As applicable.
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
Sterile, white to off-white powder for solution for intravenous or intramuscular administration.
THERAPEUTIC CLASS
Corticosteroid / Glucocorticoid
INDICATIONS
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate Injection is indicated when rapid systemic corticosteroid therapy is required or when oral administration is not feasible.
It may be used in the treatment of:
• Severe allergic and hypersensitivity reactions
• Acute adrenal insufficiency
• Rheumatic and inflammatory disorders
• Severe dermatological disorders
• Respiratory disorders
• Autoimmune conditions
• Other corticosteroid-responsive conditions as clinically appropriate
Treatment should be used according to the approved prescribing information.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to hydrocortisone or any component of the formulation.
Systemic fungal infections are also a contraindication unless corticosteroid therapy is specifically indicated.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Particular consideration may be required with concomitant use of:
• Antidiabetic medicines
• Anticoagulants
• Diuretics
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Medicines affecting corticosteroid metabolism
• Certain vaccines
The treating physician should review all concomitant medications before administration.
ADMINISTRATION
Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate Injection may be administered by intravenous or intramuscular route according to the approved product information.
The contents of the vial should be reconstituted with a suitable compatible diluent under appropriate aseptic conditions.
The reconstituted solution should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional according to the approved product information and institutional protocol.
For Intravenous or Intramuscular Use Only.
STORAGE
Store according to the storage conditions stated on the approved product label.
Protect from excessive heat, moisture and light.
After reconstitution, use within the period specified in the approved product information.
Do not use if the reconstituted solution shows visible particles, precipitation or unexpected discoloration.