Composition Deflazacort (6mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Action Class Glucocorticoids
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Manufacturer Jantec Pharma
Manufacturer address 272, FIRST FLOOR, NAIT RAM CAR MARKET, NAHARPUR, SECTOR-7, ROHINI, NEW DELHI-110085
Deflazacort (6mg)
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Decort 6mg Oral Suspension
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Basic Info
Description
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.
Uses
Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Decort 6mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Decort 6mg Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.
MOA
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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
Q: What if you forget to take Decort Oral Suspension?
A: If you miss a dose of Decort 6mg Oral Suspension, 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
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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.
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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 Decort 6mg Oral Suspension. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Decort 6mg Oral Suspension suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Faqs
Q. Is Decort 6mg Oral Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Decort 6mg Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. What is Decort 6mg Oral Suspension used for?
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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 Decort 6mg Oral Suspension work?
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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 Decort 6mg Oral Suspension better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Decort 6mg Oral Suspension has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Q. Is Decort 6mg Oral Suspension a painkiller?
No, Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Decort 6mg Oral Suspension with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension 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.
Side Effects
Increased appetite
Frequent urge to urinate
Cushing syndrome
Cough
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abnormal hair growth
Weight gain
Obesity
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Safety Profile
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Decort 6mg Oral Suspension.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:SAFE
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is recommended.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Decort 6mg Oral Suspension is recommended.
