Hydrocortone (hydrocortisone acetate) Side Effects, Uses Dosages
Side Effects for Hydrocortone (hydrocortisone acetate)
Weight gain!!! I gained 30 pounds immediately after being put on this medication, which was terrible because I was already 50 pounds overweight. I have not gained any more weight since then, but I haven't been able to lose it either.Sleep issues. I now go to be at 2am and wake up at 9 instead of my old routine of going to bed at 10 and waking at 7.
I feel energetic now that I'm on medication--it controls my Addison's symptoms well. I just wish it didn't cause weight gain.
none - it gave me my life back. I feel so weak and sick without taking this medicine regularly.
no sideffects at daily dosage of 25mg
Really helped with shaking, panic, arrhythmia, and I sleep better.
HYDROCORTONE (HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE): This medication is used to treat minor pain, itching, swelling, and discomfort caused by hemorrhoids and other problems of the anal area (e.g., anal fissures, itching). Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that reduces redness, itching, and swelling. (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)
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