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Cortil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Cortil have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cortil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cortil include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cortil as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cortil normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cortil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Cortil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cortil related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Cortil since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cortil contraindications section.
Besides this, Cortil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cortil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cortil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cortil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cortil safe for pregnant women?
Cortil may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Cortil again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cortil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cortil.
What is the effect of Cortil on the Kidneys?
Cortil may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cortil on the Liver?
Cortil has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cortil on the Heart?
Side effects of Cortil rarely affect the heart.
Cortil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cortil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cortil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cortil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cortil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cortil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cortil
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cortil together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cortil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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