Alnacort-6

By ALNA BIOTECH PRIVATE LIMITED

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Alnacort 6 MG Description

Alnacort-6 contains a steroid known as Deflazacort.

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Contains	Deflazacort(6.0 Mg)
Therapy	STEROID

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Alnacort 6 MG

Asthma, arthritis and allergies
Treat problems related to your skin, heart, kidney, digestive system, blood or eyes
Treatment of tumours
Post-transplant to suppress the immune system

Contraindications of Alnacort 6 MG

If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
If you are having or recently had any vaccination with live vaccine
If you have an infection

Side effects of Alnacort 6 MG

Swelling of hands, feet, ankles, face
Weight gain
Nausea
Increased blood glucose
Increased hunger
Increased risk of getting infections
Irregular periods
Mood changes - irritability, suicidal thoughts
Acne, hair growth on face
Allergic reactions like itching, hives, rashes (urticaria)

Precautions and Warnings of Alnacort 6 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Alnacort-6 during pregnancy?

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or planning a baby. Your doctor will give you this medicine only if necessary.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Alnacort-6 while breastfeeding?

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as Corticosteroids pass in breast milk and may harm your baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Alnacort-6?

This medicine can cause dizziness or spinning of the head (vertigo). If you experience any of these side effects, caution is advised while driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Alnacort-6?

No information is available on interaction of this medicine when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of depression or mania or family history of mental illness
You have fits
You have diabetes or high blood pressure
You are suffering from stomach ulcers
You have kidney, liver or heart disease
You have tumour of adrenal gland tissue (pheochromocytoma)
You have weak or brittle bones (osteoporosis)
You have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis)
You have a problem with your thyroid gland (hypothyroidism)
You have an infection in your eye due to herpes simplex virus (Ocular herpes)
You ever had a tuberculosis
You have irregular menses
Anyone in your family has chickenpox, measles and you have never had it earlier. You could be seriously affected
You are going to take any vaccine

Mode of Action of Alnacort 6 MG

How Does It Work?

Corticosteroids are present naturally in the body, taking extra Corticosteroid like Deflazacort helps to treat various diseases involving inflammation
Deflazacort controls inflammation and helps in reducing allergies and autoimmune reactions

Directions for Use of Alnacort 6 MG

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water, or take this medicine as directed by your doctor. Take this medication daily at identical time.

Interactions of Alnacort 6 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines used to treat diabetes
Medicines used to treat fits or epilepsy like Phenobarbitone, Primidone, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Acetazolamide
Caution is needed when taking it with Ciprofloxacin as it can lead to tendon damage
Oral contraceptives
Medicines used to treat pain (painkillers) like Aspirin
Medicines used to treat some types of cancer like Aminoglutethimide
Medicines used to treat fungal infections like Ketoconazole
Water tablets (Diuretics) like Spironolactone, Triamterene or Amiloride
Medicines used for thinning your blood like Warfarin, caution required and be watchful for bleeding
Medicines used to treat tuberculosis (TB) like Rifampicin or Rifabutin
Medicines used to treat indigestion and heartburn like antacids, keep a gap of at least two hours between the two
Medicines used to treat asthma (Salbutamol and Theophylline)

Interactions with food items

The administration of this medicine with food does not affect the way this medicine works. Deflazacort may be taken with or without food.

Storage and disposal of Alnacort 6 MG

Store this medicine below 25°C and keep it out of the reach of children.

Dosage of Alnacort 6 MG

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dos...

Q: In the past, I had a blood clot problem. Is this medicine safe to use?

A: Before you start taking this medication, you need to tell your doctor if you have any problem with your blood vessels like blood clots. The doctor may change the dose or may suggest an alternate for this medicine or monitor your blood reports more closely.

Q: Can I stop taking Alnacort-6 on my own as I feel that I have recovered?

No, you must not stop taking this medicine on your own, even if you are feeling fine
Please discuss with your doctor as he/ she shall decrease your dose gradually over a few weeks
Stopping the treatment abruptly can lead to severe consequences like high temperature, joint pain, itching, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, diarrhea

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