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Edcort 30mg Tablet

Deflazacort (30mg)

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Product Code: 341430
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Edura Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Deflazacort (30mg)

Usage of Edcort 30mg Tablet

  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Description of Edcort 30mg Tablet

Edcort 30mg Tablet 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.Edcort 30mg Tablet 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.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Edcort

  • Increased appetite
  • Weight gain
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Cushing syndrome
  • Cough
  • Obesity
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Abnormal hair growth

Unit

10 tablets

Manufacturer

Edura Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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How to use Edcort 30mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Edcort 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Edcort 30mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.

How Medicine Works

Edcort 30mg 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).

Related Warnings

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Edcort 30mg Tablet.

Edcort 30mg Tablet 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.

Edcort 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Edcort 30mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Edcort 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Edcort 30mg Tablet is recommended.

Edcort 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Edcort 30mg Tablet is recommended.

Expert Advice

  • Edcort 30mg 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.
  • Edcort 30mg 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 Edcort 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Edcort 30mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Is Edcort 30mg Tablet a steroid?

    Yes, Edcort 30mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Edcort 30mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

  • What is Edcort 30mg Tablet used for?

    Edcort 30mg 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.

  • How does Edcort 30mg Tablet work?

    Edcort 30mg 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.

  • Is Edcort 30mg Tablet better than Prednisone?

    Clinical studies have shown that Edcort 30mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Edcort 30mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

  • Is Edcort 30mg Tablet a painkiller?

    No, Edcort 30mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

  • Can I take Edcort 30mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?

    Yes, Edcort 30mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

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