Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension
Manufacturer
Blair Remedies Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine used to treat various conditions in children, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Dosage Form
Oral Suspension
Introduction
Thicort 6mg 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
Prefer giving Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Avoid giving antacids along with Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension and antacids.
How it works
Thicort 6mg 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 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 Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension with food Avoid giving antacids along with Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension Leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension and antacids Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor Thicort 6mg 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 Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Thicort 6mg 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 Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Avoid giving Thicort 6mg 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. Thicort 6mg 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 Thicort 6mg 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 Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension. Therefore, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension.
How can I store Thicort 6mg 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 Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Prolonged use of Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension can lead to mental illness as well as seizures and other adverse effects. Therefore, any child who is already suffering from seizure disorder should not take Thicort 6mg Oral Suspension.
