Eticort 6 mg Tablet

Eticort 6 mg Tablet contains Deflazacort (6mg). Prescription required.

Treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions such as asthma and allergic disorders, rheumatoid arthritis and other joint inflammations, skin diseases (eczema/dermatitis), nephrotic syndrome, and other conditions where corticosteroids are indicated.

Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and suppresses overactive immune responses. It decreases the release of inflammatory mediators and reduces swelling, redness, pain and allergic symptoms.

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed by the doctor, preferably at the same time each day, usually in the morning. Can be taken with food to reduce stomach upset. Do not stop suddenly; dose should be tapered as advised.

Increased appetite, weight gain, indigestion, nausea, mood changes, insomnia, increased blood sugar, fluid retention, increased blood pressure, headache

Prescription-only steroid; use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Do not stop abruptly (risk of adrenal suppression). Increased risk of infections; avoid close contact with people with chickenpox/measles and inform doctor if exposed. Use with caution in diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, glaucoma/cataract, peptic ulcer disease, liver/kidney impairment and in elderly. Long-term use may cause Cushingoid features, bone loss, growth suppression in children and eye problems; regular monitoring may be required. Live vaccines are generally avoided during high-dose therapy.

Live vaccines, NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen/diclofenac) and alcohol (GI bleeding risk), antidiabetic medicines/insulin (may need dose adjustment), antihypertensives/diuretics (electrolyte changes), anticoagulants (warfarin), enzyme inducers (rifampicin, phenytoin, carbamazepine) reduce effect, CYP3A4 inhibitors (ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, clarithromycin) increase steroid effects

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

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