Avcort Tablet
Manufacturer
Afive Pharma
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (6mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Avcort Tablet 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.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Avcort 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).
Directions for Use
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. Avcort Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Avcort Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Avcort 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).
Quick Tips
Avcort 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. Avcort 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 Avcort Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Avcort Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.