Rexcort: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rexcort Benefits & Uses

Rexcort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Rexcort Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rexcort Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rexcort is used -

Severe

Bone degradation
Bone Fracture

Moderate

Electrolyte imbalance
Cataract
Depressed mood
Erythema

Mild

Headache
Acne
Nausea or vomiting

Rexcort Related Warnings

Is the use of Rexcort safe for pregnant women?

Rexcort can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Rexcort safe during breastfeeding?

Rexcort should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Rexcort on the Kidneys?

Rexcort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rexcort on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Rexcort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Rexcort only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rexcort on the Heart?

Rexcort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Rexcort with Other Drugs

Rexcort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Leflunomide

Dexamethasone

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Moderate

Rexcort Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rexcort unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Rexcort

Is this Rexcort habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rexcort is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rexcort since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rexcort should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Rexcort is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rexcort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rexcort

There is no information on the effects of taking Rexcort with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rexcort

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rexcort with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rexcort

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Rexcort with Paracetamol?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rexcort can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort do discuss with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Rexcort more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Rexcort have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Rexcort is taken along with any one of these drugs which are bumetanide, ethacrynic acid, furosemide, and torsemide then it may lead to low potassium levels in the blood. Taking this medicine with one of these drugs can result in increased loss of potassium from your body. It is recommended to avoid these medicines if you are taking Rexcort.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Rexcort work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Rexcort works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation (swelling). This results in reduced inflammation (swelling) and provides relief from the symptoms associated with the Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rexcort contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Rexcort belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid) which are used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions. They should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which some body-builders use, without prescription to build muscle mass.