Zicort 6mg Syrup
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Zicort 6mg Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Zicort 6mg Syrup works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.
Zicort 6mg Syrup can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.
USES OF ZICORT SYRUP
- Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
- Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
BENEFITS OF ZICORT SYRUP
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Zicort 6mg Syrup gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.
In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Zicort 6mg Syrup gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ZICORT SYRUP
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Zicort
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Cushing syndrome
- Cough
- Obesity
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abnormal hair growth
HOW TO USE ZICORT SYRUP
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zicort 6mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Zicort 6mg Syrup with salad and vegetable diet.
Avoid Zicort 6mg Syrup with salad and vegetable diet.
HOW ZICORT SYRUP WORKS
Zicort 6mg Syrup is a corticosteroid. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self damage to the body by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).
FAQs
Q. Is Zicort 6mg Syrup a steroid?
Yes, Zicort 6mg Syrup is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Zicort 6mg Syrup increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. What is Zicort 6mg Syrup used for?
Zicort 6mg Syrup has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.
Q. How does Zicort 6mg Syrup work?
Zicort 6mg Syrup is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Q. Is Zicort 6mg Syrup better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Zicort 6mg Syrup has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Zicort 6mg Syrup is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
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