Composition Deflazacort (6mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Action Class Glucocorticoids
Habbit Forming No
Manufacturer Apotek Pharma Private Limited
Manufacturer address Velutha Thodika House Kallarattikkal Urangattiri Malappuram KL 673639 India
Basic Info
Uses
Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Treatment of Cancer
How To Use
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MOA
Apocort 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).
What If
If you miss a dose of Apocort 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.
Drug Tips
Apocort 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.
Apocort 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 Apocort 6 Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Apocort 6 Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Faqs
Q. Is Apocort 6 Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Apocort 6 Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Apocort 6 Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. What is Apocort 6 Tablet used for?
Apocort 6 Tablet 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.
Q. How does Apocort 6 Tablet work?
Apocort 6 Tablet 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.
Q. Is Apocort 6 Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Apocort 6 Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Apocort 6 Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Q. Is Apocort 6 Tablet a painkiller?
No, Apocort 6 Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Apocort 6 Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Apocort 6 Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
Benifits
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Apocort 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
Apocort 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
Apocort 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
Side Effects
Apocort 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
Safety Profile
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Apocort 6 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Apocort 6 Tablet is recommended.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Apocort 6 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Apocort 6 Tablet is recommended.
