ELACORT 6MG contains Deflazacort which belongs to class of medicines called corticosteroids. It is a glucocorticoid which is used as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. Glucocorticoids works by inhibiting the inflammatory signaling pathways and inflammatory gene expression that cause inflammation and also suppress immunity or reduce the strength of the body's immune system. It is used to treat inflammation including the asthma, arthritis and allergies. It is also used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients 2 years of age and older. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a severe type of muscular dystrophy that primarily affects boys.
The recommended daily dosage is approximately 0.9 mg/kg/day administered orally. This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant, or if you are trying to become pregnant. Consult your doctor for advice. Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel dizzy. The most common side effects include dyspepsia and peptic ulcer, weight increase, increased appetite, upper respiratory tract infection, cough, nausea and headache.
ELACORT 6MG works by inhibiting the inflammatory signaling pathways and inflammatory gene expression that cause inflammation and also suppress immunity or reduce the strength of the body's immune system.
Always take ELACORT 6MG exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the medicine whole with plenty of water.
Nausea:
Keep try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.
Headache:
Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.
ELACORT 6MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
ELACORT 6MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, it may make you feel dizzy.
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine.
ELACORT 6MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
ELACORT 6MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
Do not take if you are allergic to the medicine.
If you have any heart related problems, consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.
Do not take ELACORT 6MG if you have or ever had mental problems such as depression or psychoses.
Talk to your doctor if you are taking:
Drug | : | Deflazacort |
Pharmacological Category | : | Steroid medicine called glucocorticoid |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Duchenne muscular dystrophy |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Oral suspension |
Store at room temperature 15-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
Can ELACORT 6MG be used in pregnant women?
No. It is not recommended for use in the pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.
Is ELACORT 6MG a steroid?
ELACORT 6MG is a steroid medicine called glucocorticoids. These corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing.
What is ELACORT 6MG used for?
It is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD; a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly) in adults and children 2 years of age and older.
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