Fortecortin ampoule is a potent corticosteroid used to treat acute and chronic inflammations. It contains dexamethasone sodium phosphate and is administered via IV or IM injection for conditions like shock cerebral edema and autoimmune diseases.
What are the ingredients of Fortecortin?
Fortecortin uae consists of the following components:
- Dexamethasone sodium phosphate.
- Water for injection.
- Auxiliary substances to adjust pH and ionic balance.
What are the uses of Fortecortin?
It is used to treat the following conditions:
- Acute and chronic inflammations.
- Autoimmune diseases such as lupus.
- Cerebral edema caused by tumors or injuries.
- Shock that does not respond to conventional treatment.
- Rheumatoid arthritis.
- Severe allergic reactions such as asthma or skin rash.
- Meningitis.
- Certain types of cancer such as leukemia and lymphoma.
- Endocrine disorders such as adrenal insufficiency.
What are the dosages of Fortecortin?
The doctor determines the appropriate dosage based on each case and it usually includes the following:
- For adults: from 4 to 8 milligrams daily depending on the severity of the condition.
- In cases of cerebral edema: an initial dose of 10 milligrams intravenously followed by 4 milligrams intramuscularly every 6 hours.
- In cases of allergy or asthma: 6 milligrams intramuscularly every 12 hours for 48 hours.
- The dose should be gradually reduced when stopping the treatment to avoid withdrawal symptoms.