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May 27, 2012

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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that can cause chronic inflammation of the joints and other areas of the body.
Rheumatoid arthritis can affect people of all ages.
The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not known.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease, characterized by periods of disease flares and remissions.
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There is no known cure for rheumatoid arthritis.
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Solu Cortef Overview

Solu-Cortef (hydrocortisone sodium succinate) is used to treat various conditions such as severe allergic reactions, arthritis, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, and skin diseases. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). Some strengths of this medication are available in generic form. Common side effects include stomach upset, headache, dizziness, menstrual period changes, trouble sleeping, increased appetite, weight gain, or pain/redness/swelling at the injection site.

The initial dose of Solu-Cortef is 100 mg to 500 mg, depending on the specific disease being treated. This dose may be repeated at intervals of 2, 4 or 6 hours depending on patient response and condition. Solu-Cortef may interact with aspirin and salicylates, birth control, blood thinners, bupropion, drugs for diabetes, drugs that cause potassium loss, estrogens, mifepristone, natalizumab, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antibiotics, azole antifungals, rifamycins, anti-seizure medications, or herbal products. Tell your doctor all medications you are taking. Solu-Cortef should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. Infants born to mothers using this medication may have low levels of corticosteroid hormone. Tell your doctor if you notice symptoms such as persistent nausea/vomiting, severe diarrhea, or weakness in your newborn. This medication passes into breast milk. Although there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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Solu Cortef Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

SOLU-CORTEF® (hydrocortisone sodium succinate) Structural Formula Illustration

When oral therapy is not feasible, and the strength, dosage form, and route of administration of the drug reasonably lend the preparation to the treatment of the condition, the intravenous or intramuscular use of SOLU-CORTEF Sterile Powder is indicated as follows:

Allergic states: Control of severe or incapacitating allergic conditions intractable to adequate trials of conventional treatment in asthma, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, drug hypersensitivity reactions, perennial or seasonal allergic rhinitis, serum sickness, transfusion rea...

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Solu Cortef Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat various conditions such as severe allergic reactions, arthritis, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, and skin diseases. It decreases your body's natural defensive response and reduces symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid). This injectable form of hydrocortisone is used when a similar drug cannot be taken by mouth or when a very fast treatment is needed, especially in patients with severe medical conditions.

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