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Acticort 20mg Tablet

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Composition Prednisolone (20mg)

Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )

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Acticort 20mg Tablet

Item requires a valid prescription

Manufactured By Overseas Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Composition Prednisolone (20mg)

Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )

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Pharmacies (5)

MRP Rs 15.58

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Torus

Qty:

Save up to 17% on MRP

This discount valid on above 1999

₹12.93

Delivery: 3-4 Days (s)

Netmeds

Qty:

Save up to 15% on MRP

This discount valid on above 1999

₹13.24

Delivery: 3-4 Days (s)

Pharmeasy

Qty:

Save up to 14% on MRP

This discount valid on above 1999

₹13.40

Delivery: 2-3 Days (s)

1MG

Qty:

Save up to 11% on MRP

This discount valid on above 1999

₹13.85

Delivery: 2 days

Apollo

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Save up to 6% on MRP

This discount valid on above 1999

₹14.60

Delivery: 2 Hours (s)

Information about Acticort 20mg Tablet

Interactions / Warnings:

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy interaction:

Acticort 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:

Take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dose is decreased or tapered over time. Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use. Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.

Side Effects:

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

How to use:

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. Acticort 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it works:

Acticort 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called as glucocorticosteroids. It increases the level of corticosteroids which are already present in the body and helps to treat various inflammatory conditions. It has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body.

Faq for medicine:

Q: Is Acticort an anti-inflammatory drug?
A: Acticort belongs to the class of corticosteroids which has anti-inflammatory properties (suppresses the inflammation associated with many diseases, for example, arthritis). Hence, Acticort is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.

Q: How long can I take Acticort for?
A: It is advisable to take Acticort for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment suddenly or take for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.

Q: Does Acticort contain penicillin?
A: Acticort does not contain penicillin. Acticort belongs to a group of medicines called steroids.

Q: Does Acticort expire?
A: Yes, Acticort does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.

Q: Is Acticort a pain-killer?
A: Acticort is not a pain-killer. Acticort belongs to a group of medicines called steroids which are anti-inflammatory in nature and can help in the relief of pain associated with inflammation.

Q: Is Acticort safe?
A: Yes. Acticort is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by the doctor.

Q: Is Acticort an immunosuppressant?
A: Acticort belongs to the class of corticosteroids and has immunosuppressant properties (suppresses the bodyâ€™s immune system). Hence, Acticort is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.

Q: Is Acticort a glucocorticoid?
A: Acticort is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids (corticosteroids).

Q: Can I take Acticort with antibiotics?
A: Certain antibiotics may increase the metabolism of Acticort and hence decrease its effects. So, it may be necessary to adjust the dose of Acticort accordingly. Please consult your doctor before taking Acticort with antibiotics.

Q: Can I take Acticort with paracetamol?
A: Acticort can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically seen between the two. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.