Zicort 30mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Zoecia Healthcare
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zicort 30mg Tablet is a corticosteroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Zicort 30mg 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..Zicort 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time..Avoid Zicort 30mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Zicort 30mg 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. Zicort 30mg 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 Zicort 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Zicort 30mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Zicort 30mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Zicort 30mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Zicort 30mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
What is Zicort 30mg Tablet used for?
Zicort 30mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat 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 Zicort 30mg Tablet work?
Zicort 30mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing 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 Zicort 30mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Zicort 30mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Zicort 30mg Tablet is generally better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Is Zicort 30mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Zicort 30mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Zicort 30mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Zicort 30mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
