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Walacort: Frequently Asked Questions Answered

What is Walacort?

Walacort belongs to the family of anti-inflammatory medications. This anabolic steroid reduces inflammation in the body by suppressing the immune system. It contains the compound betamethasone and is manufactured by Wallace Pharma. They are used for the treatment of arthritis, atopic dermatitis and allergies. Side effects of this medicine include disturbance in behaviour and abnormal growth of hair over the body. 

What are the uses of Walacort?

Walacort is used primarily to treat a wide variety of inflammatory and allergic conditions such as:

  • Lupus (swelling and pain in the body)
  • Psoriasis (skin condition resulting in patchy, dry, itchy skin)
  • Arthritis (inflammation of joints)
  • Ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the digestive tract)
  • Conditions that affect the eyes, skin, blood, lungs, stomach and nervous system

 It also relieves symptoms such as swelling, itching and pain associated with allergic reactions.

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    What are the side effects of Walacort?

    Some of the common side effects associated with Walacort include:

    • Increased appetite
    • Anxiety and nervousness
    • Increased secretion of adrenal growth hormone
    • Indigestion
    • Tiredness
    • Growth retardation in children
    • Indigestion
    • Severe depression
    • Irregular menstrual periods

    Precautions must be taken because this medication lowers your ability to fight infection. Any symptoms of infections, such as fever or sore throat, should be immediately reported to your doctor. 

    Medical attention is not needed for these common side effects, but contact our experts in case of serious problems.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Walacort

    Yes, Walacort is an anabolic steroid that acts on the inner lining of skin cells and dermal cells and blocks the receptors responsible for inflammatory responses. The inflammatory response includes redness, itching and swelling. This steroid helps treat severe allergies, which is a flare-up of persistent diseases.

    Walacort, a steroid tablet, should be taken only under the guidance of the doctor, who will decide the dosage and frequency depending on the severity of the disease. It can be taken before or after food and should be taken regularly for best results.

    Yes, Walacort, an anti-inflammatory drug helps in preventing inflammation. Psoriasis and inflammatory responses such as flare-ups and allergies are commonly treated using Walacort. It acts on dermal and epidermal cells and prevents the release of inflammatory substances that cause inflammation.

    Walacort is a steroidal medication used to treat several conditions that lead to allergy and inflammatory conditions. Misuse of this drug without proper consultation from the doctor can cause withdrawal symptoms. As Walacort suppresses the immune system, you must be careful not to catch any infections while you are on this drug.

    Walacort, a steroid medication, is not advised to be taken during pregnancy. However, if a pregnant woman is suffering from inflammatory disease and the underlying condition is causing more harm to the growing foetus, steroids can be taken under the strict supervision of a doctor.

    Yes, Walacort is safe to treat skin allergies. It is an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat various conditions occurring in the body as an inflammatory response. The conditions treated include various allergies and flare-ups due to underlying conditions.

    Walacort, in the form of a topical application cream, is used for treating redness, swelling and itching of the skin due to dermatitis or psoriasis. This topical medication prevents swelling and redness. However, it can cause side effects such as the burning of the skin that occurs initially and will be reduced with repeated usage.

    No, it is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Walacort. Alcohol, along with steroids, suppresses the immune system and makes you vulnerable to infections. Inform your doctor if you cannot stop consuming alcohol.

    Walacort, an anabolic steroid, does not cause much damage to the liver for a short period, but indiscriminate use of this drug causes liver damage. Anabolic steroids have multiple effects on the liver, such as increased transaminase levels, vascular injury to the liver, hepatocellular carcinoma and acute cholestatic syndrome.

    Walacort in doses as low as 0.5 mg may not cause significant effects in patients with kidney problems. You should take the medication only under the strict supervision of your doctor and inform the doctor if you experience any side effects.