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Epicort Suspension 30ml

By EPITOME LIFE SCIENCE PVT LTD
30ml Suspension in Bottle

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Epicort 60 MG Description

Epicort Suspension contains a steroid known as Deflazacort.

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ContainsDeflazacort(60.0 Mg)
TherapySTEROID
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uses

Uses of Epicort 60 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

Contraindications of Epicort 60 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
sideEffects

Side effects of Epicort 60 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)
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Epicort 60 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Epicort Suspension during pregnancy?
A:
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.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Epicort Suspension while breastfeeding?
A:
Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as Corticosteroids pass in breast milk and may harm your baby.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Epicort Suspension?
A:
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

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Epicort Suspension?
A:
No information is available on interaction of this medicine when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
otherGeneralWarnings

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
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Epicort 60 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.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Epicort 60 MG

  • Take medicine as directed by your doctor
  • Shake well before use
  • Read the instructions on the label carefully before usage
interactions

Interactions of Epicort 60 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.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Epicort 60 MG

  • Store below 25°C
  • Protect if from direct sunlight
  • Please keep it away from children
dosage

Dosage of Epicort 60 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 dose of the medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
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Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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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 Epicort Suspension 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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Last Updated on: 04 Jun 2022 | 08:01 PM (IST)

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