Manufacturer: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition : Deflazacort(120mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Asteride 120mg Tablet 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.
Asteride 120mg Tablet 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.
Asteride 120mg Tablet 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).
Deflazacort is rapidly absorbed after oral administration with peak concentration occurring within 1-2 hours. One pharmacokinetic study determined an AUC (area under the curve) of 280 ng/ml · h. The bioavailability of both the oral suspension and tablet are similar.
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 Asteride
Increased appetite
Weight gain
Frequent urge to urinate
Cushing syndrome
Cough
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abnormal hair growth
Obesity
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Hypersensitivity to Asteride Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Asteride Tablet should not be taken if you have the following conditions :
Pregnancy and lactation
Hypersensitivity
Receiving live virus immunization
Asteride 120mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Asteride 120mg Tablet.
Asteride 120mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Deflazacort 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).
The effects of Asteride Tablet will change if you take other medicines or over the counter products at the same time . This increases the risk of side effects or the drug not working properly. Tell your doctor about all the medications, vitamins, and herbal remedies you are using, so your doctor can help prevent or manage drug interactions. Asteride Tablet may interact with the following drugs or products:
ACE inhibitors
Acetazolamide
Adrenergic neuron blockers
Antacids
Antidiabetics
Aspirin
Barbiturates
Beta blockers
Calcium channel blockers
Carbamazepine
Do not chew, crush or break it. Asteride 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Asteride 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Asteride 120mg Tablet helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Asteride 120mg Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Asteride 120mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Asteride 120mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Asteride 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Asteride 120mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
Q. Is Asteride 120mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Asteride 120mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Asteride 120mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. What is Asteride 120mg Tablet used for?
Asteride 120mg Tablet 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 Asteride 120mg Tablet work?
Asteride 120mg Tablet 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 Asteride 120mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Asteride 120mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Asteride 120mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Q. Is Asteride 120mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Asteride 120mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Asteride 120mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Asteride 120mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
