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Acticort 5mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. It should be swallowed whole with water at the same time(s) each day. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. This may change from time to time depending on how well they are working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine.The most common side effect of this medicine is reduction in bone density, weight gain, mood changes, upset stomach, and behavioural changes. Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away. Taking Acticort 5mg Tablet can also make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.Let your doctor know about any medical issues you have, especially poor blood circulation, diabetes and immune system problems and about other medicines you are taking (particularly steroids).
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 Acticort
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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. Acticort 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Acticort 5mg Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acticort 5mg Tablet.
Acticort 5mg 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.
Acticort 5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Acticort 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Acticort 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Acticort 5mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as careful dose selection and regular monitoring of kidney function tests are advised while you are taking this medicine.
Acticort 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acticort 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Acticort 5mg Tablet belongs to the class of corticosteroids which has anti-inflammatory properties. It works by suppressing the inflammation associated with many diseases, for example, arthritis. Therefore, Acticort 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.
It is advisable to take Acticort 5mg Tablet for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment suddenly or take for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.
No, Acticort 5mg Tablet does not contain penicillin. Acticort 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids.
Yes, Acticort 5mg Tablet does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
No, Acticort 5mg Tablet is not a painkiller. Acticort 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids which are anti-inflammatory in nature. The medicine can help in pain relief which is caused due to inflammation.
Acticort 5mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Acticort 5mg Tablet has immunosuppressant properties which means it suppresses the body’s immune system. Hence, Acticort 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.
Yes, Acticort 5mg Tablet is a glucocorticoid. It belongs to a group of medicines called steroids (corticosteroids).
Certain antibiotics may increase the metabolism of Acticort 5mg Tablet and hence decrease its effects. So, if you are already taking antibiotics then it may be necessary to adjust the dose of Acticort 5mg Tablet accordingly. Hence, consult your doctor before taking Acticort 5mg Tablet with antibiotics.
Yes, Acticort 5mg Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported when used together. However, in some cases interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
