Wescort 6mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zivago Pharma Private Limited
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (6mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Wescort 6mg Tablet is a corticosteroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Wescort 6mg 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.
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..Wescort 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time..Avoid Wescort 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Wescort 6mg 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. Wescort 6mg 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 Wescort 6mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Wescort 6mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Wescort 6mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Wescort 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Wescort 6mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
What is Wescort 6mg Tablet used for?
Wescort 6mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.
How does Wescort 6mg Tablet work?
Wescort 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Is Wescort 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Wescort 6mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Wescort 6mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Is Wescort 6mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Wescort 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Wescort 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Wescort 6mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
