Eticort

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Eticort Information

Eticort is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Secondary and off-label uses of Eticort have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Eticort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Eticort have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Eticort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Eticort has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Eticort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Eticort since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Eticort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Eticort have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Eticort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Eticort Benefits & Uses

Eticort is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Eticort 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

Eticort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Eticort safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Eticort. If you are pregnant, do not take Eticort without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Eticort safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Eticort. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Eticort on the Kidneys?


    Eticort 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 Eticort on the Liver?


    Eticort can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Eticort on the Heart?


    Eticort 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 Eticort with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Eticort Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Eticort

  • Is this Eticort habit forming or addictive?


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

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


    Eticort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Eticort only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Eticort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Eticort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Eticort


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Eticort


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Eticort

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Eticort?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Eticort can be taken with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Eticort cause weight gain?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Eticort may cause weight gain in some cases. This may be caused due to increased appetite and fluid retention in patients taking this medicine. You are recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle which includes a balanced diet along with 30 mins of physical workout. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this medicine do inform your doctor right away.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Eticort without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Eticort 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 Eticort contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Eticort 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Eticort?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Eticort is a brand name of deflazacort. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid). It is used for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy which is a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly in adults and in children 5 years of age and older.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Emflaza™ (deflazacort)

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