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Kivicort 6 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. The alternative uses of Kivicort 6 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Kivicort 6 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Kivicort 6 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Kivicort 6 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kivicort 6 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Kivicort 6 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Kivicort 6 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. The section on Kivicort 6 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Kivicort 6 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Kivicort 6 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Kivicort 6 Tablet 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Kivicort 6 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Kivicort should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Kivicort 6 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Kivicort. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Kivicort 6 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Kivicort. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Kivicort 6 Tablet on the Liver?
Kivicort may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kivicort 6 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Kivicort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kivicort 6 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kivicort 6 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kivicort 6 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Kivicort 6 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Kivicort 6 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kivicort 6 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kivicort 6 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Kivicort 6 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kivicort 6 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Kivicort 6 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Kivicort 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.
Ideally Kivicort 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.
No, Kivicort 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.
Yes, only if Kivicort 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 Kivicort.
Take Kivicort as long as this drug has been prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)