Decort 18mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Jantec Pharma
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (18mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Decort 18mg Tablet is a corticosteroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Decort 18mg 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. It is used to help 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.
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. Decort 18mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Decort 18mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Decort 18mg 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
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Decort 18mg 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 Decort 18mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Decort 18mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Decort 18mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Decort 18mg Tablet is a steroid medication also known as glucocorticoids, which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help maintain health and wellbeing. Decort 18mg Tablet increases corticosteroid levels in the body to treat various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling).
What is Decort 18mg Tablet used for?
Decort 18mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions such as allergies, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases, and autoimmune diseases (diseases where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues causing damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients by suppressing the immune system so that their bodies do not reject organs.
How does Decort 18mg Tablet work?
Decort 18mg Tablet is a steroid medication also known as glucocorticoids, which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing inflammation, helping to treat illnesses caused by active inflammation. It also stops reactions known as autoimmune reactions, where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues and causes damage.
Is Decort 18mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Decort 18mg Tablet has a similar effect to prednisone. Moreover, Decort 18mg Tablet is often better tolerated when used in inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the most appropriate treatment for your condition.
Is Decort 18mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Decort 18mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Decort 18mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Decort 18mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
