Common Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract, Skin scar.

Expert advice for Defcort Oral Suspension

Do not take the medicine if  you are allergic to it or to any other content in the medicine.
Inform your doctor before taking this medicine If  you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Stay away from people who are sick to prevent chances of infection as your immune system will be weak while taking this drug.

Q. Is Defcort a steroid?
Yes, Defcort is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing.

Q. What is Defcort used for?
Defcort has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties and is used for treating many conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases, autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage), and suppress the immune system in transplant patients.

Q. How does Defcort work?
Defcort is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. Taking steroids from outside will help in treating many illnesses involving inflammation by reducing the inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attack the body itself and cause damage.

Q. Is Defcort better than prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Defcort has a similar potency to prednisone and is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition with either of these medicines.

Q. Is Defcort a painkiller?
Defcort is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Q. Can I take Defcort with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Defcort can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.