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Rzcort 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.
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Is the use of Rzcort safe for pregnant women?
Rzcort 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 Rzcort safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rzcort may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rzcort should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rzcort on the Kidneys?
Rzcort can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Rzcort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rzcort. 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.
What is the effect of Rzcort on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Rzcort. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Rzcort 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 Rzcort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rzcort habit forming or addictive?
Rzcort is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rzcort since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Rzcort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rzcort is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rzcort
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rzcort with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rzcort
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rzcort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Rzcort 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 Rzcort 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 Rzcort.
Yes, Rzcort 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.
Take Rzcort as long as this drug has been prescribed.
Rzcort 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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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)