Primacort 100 mg Injection

Primacort Injection from Macleods contains Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate, a corticosteroid given by a healthcare professional. It is used in hospital and emergency settings for severe inflammation, allergy, or shock.

• Severe allergic reactions
• Asthma attack not responding to inhalers
• Adrenal gland insufficiency
• Severe skin or joint inflammation
• Shock or critical illness support

Hydrocortisone is a man-made form of cortisol, a hormone the body produces naturally. It calms the immune system, reduces inflammation, and supports blood pressure during severe stress.

Given as prescribed by your doctor as an injection into a vein or muscle by a nurse or doctor. It is not for self-use at home.

• Stinging at the injection site
• Mood or sleep changes
• Rise in blood sugar
• Fluid retention
• Increased appetite
• Higher risk of infection with repeated use

Tell the doctor about diabetes, high blood pressure, infections, ulcers, glaucoma, or osteoporosis. Long-term use should not be stopped suddenly. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Store as advised on the label, usually below 25°C and away from light. Hospital and clinic use only.