Harmocort Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.

Harmocort Oral Suspension works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.

Harmocort Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.

Uses of Harmocort Oral Suspension in children

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Harmocort Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Harmocort Oral Suspension gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Harmocort Oral Suspension gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.

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Side effects of Harmocort Oral Suspension in children

Harmocort Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Harmocort

Increased appetite
Weight gain
Frequent urge to urinate
Cushing syndrome
Cough
Obesity
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abnormal hair growth

How can I give Harmocort Oral Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Harmocort Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Harmocort Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.

How Harmocort Oral Suspension works

Harmocort Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self damage to the body by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Harmocort Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Harmocort Oral Suspension is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Harmocort Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Harmocort Oral Suspension is recommended.

What if I forget to give Harmocort Oral Suspension to my child?

If you miss a dose of Harmocort Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Harmocort Oral Suspension helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Harmocort Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Harmocort Oral Suspension. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Harmocort Oral Suspension suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Interaction with drugs

Taking Harmocort with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route) Severe

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Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route) Severe

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Gliclazide (Oral Route) Moderate

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Patient concerns

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FAQs

Is Harmocort Oral Suspension a steroid?

Yes, Harmocort Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Harmocort Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

What is Harmocort Oral Suspension used for?

Harmocort Oral Suspension has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.

How does Harmocort Oral Suspension work?

Harmocort Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.

Is Harmocort Oral Suspension better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Harmocort Oral Suspension has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Harmocort Oral Suspension is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

Is Harmocort Oral Suspension a painkiller?

No, Harmocort Oral Suspension is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Can I take Harmocort Oral Suspension with Tamsulosin?

Yes, Harmocort Oral Suspension can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

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