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

Kortuf Benefits & Uses

Kortuf is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Kortuf 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

Kortuf Related Warnings

Is the use of Kortuf safe for pregnant women?

Kortuf shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Kortuf safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Kortuf may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Kortuf should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Kortuf on the Kidneys?

Kortuf 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 Kortuf on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Kortuf. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kortuf on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Kortuf. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Kortuf with Other Drugs

Kortuf 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

Kortuf Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Kortuf

Is this Kortuf habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Kortuf has not been reported.

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

Kortuf will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Kortuf is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Kortuf is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Kortuf Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kortuf

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Kortuf with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Kortuf

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Kortuf and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kortuf

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Kortuf?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Kortuf comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function, hypertension and diabetes. Do no take deflazacort with grapefruit juice (chakotra). Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine which can lead to very unpleasant side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Kortuf?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Kortuf as long as this drug has been prescribed.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Kortuf safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kortuf is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are joint pain, dizziness, stomach upset, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Kortuf without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Kortuf is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it suppresses the immune system that causes low immunity. Low immunity can further lead to multiple infections of bacterial and viral origins.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Kortuf 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 Kortuf.