Dicort Syrup

Short Description

Dicort Syrup is a corticosteroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.

Dosage Form

Syrup

Introduction

Dicort Syrup 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 a corticosteroid that 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).

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. Dicort Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Dicort Syrup with salad and vegetable diet.

Dicort Syrup 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).

Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dicort Syrup 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 Dicort Syrup. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Dicort Syrup suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.