Agicort 6 Tablet

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Treatment of Cancer

Agicort 6 Tablet 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).

If you miss a dose of Agicort 6 Tablet, 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.

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Agicort 6 Tablet 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

Agicort 6 Tablet 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.

In Treatment of Cancer

Agicort 6 Tablet helps in the treatment of a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients. show moreshow less

Agicort 6 Tablet 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-

Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

Obesity

Abnormal hair growth

Upper respiratory tract infection

Cough

Cushing syndrome

Frequent urge to urinate

Weight gain

Increased appetite

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Agicort 6 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Agicort 6 Tablet is recommended.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Agicort 6 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Agicort 6 Tablet is recommended.

Agicort 6 Tablet 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.

Agicort 6 Tablet 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 Agicort 6 Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.

Do not stop taking Agicort 6 Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.