Nabicort Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Narun Bharti Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Nabicort Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine used to treat a wide range of conditions in children, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Nabicort Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. Its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties give it the ability to treat a wide range of conditions in children. It is also one of the primary medicines used for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in infants and children.
Directions for Use
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..Nabicort Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time..Avoid Nabicort Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Nabicort Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine that acts like the body's natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids..It decreases the formation of chemical substances like prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and interleukins that are involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication..It also suppresses the immune system and stops the immune mechanisms from causing any self-damage to the body.
Quick Tips
Prefer giving Nabicort Oral Suspension with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Avoid giving antacids along with Nabicort Oral Suspension. Leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Nabicort Oral Suspension and antacids. Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Nabicort Oral Suspension can make it harder for your child to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you notice any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Do not stop the medicine abruptly. Seek the doctor's guidance to taper the dose gradually as sudden withdrawal may result in a steroid withdrawal syndrome.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Nabicort Oral Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Nabicort Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Nabicort Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
In what conditions should I avoid giving Nabicort Oral Suspension to my child?
Avoid giving Nabicort Oral Suspension to your child if they have conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Nabicort Oral Suspension should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.
What do I need to know about Nabicort Oral Suspension and my child’s immunizations?
For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child will need to wait 4 to 6 weeks before starting Nabicort Oral Suspension. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Nabicort Oral Suspension.
How can I store Nabicort Oral Suspension at home?
Keep the medicine in a cool dry place out of the reach of children and pets. This will help avoid any accidental intake.
My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Nabicort Oral Suspension to my child?
Prolonged intake of Nabicort Oral Suspension can lead to mental illness as well as a seizure disorder. Therefore, any child who is already suffering from seizure disorder should not take Nabicort Oral Suspension.
