Home>Cortimax>cortimax 30 mg tablet

Cortimax 30 mg Tablet

Prescription Required

Overview

Uses of Cortimax Tablet
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergy symptoms, asthma, cancer, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders and eye disorders.
Cortimax Tablet side effects
Common
  • Increased appetite
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Facial swelling
  • Abnormal hair growth
  • Cushingoid syndrome
  • Cough
How to use Cortimax Tablet
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. Cortimax 30 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cortimax 30 mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How Cortimax Tablet works
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid drug. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stops self damage to body by immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).
.
Cortimax Tablet related warnings
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Cortimax 30 mg 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.
Lactation
CAUTION
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cortimax 30 mg Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease.
Liver
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cortimax 30 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Cortimax 30 mg Tablet in these patients.

Alternate Brands

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cortimax 30 mg Tablet
₹44.29/Tablet
Defcort 30 Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹48/Tablet
8% costlier
Defza 30mg Tablet
Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹53.58/Tablet
21% costlier
Dezacor 30mg Tablet
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹43.92/Tablet
save 1%
Defnalone 30mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd
₹46.75/Tablet
6% costlier
Eticort 30 Tablet
Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹37.5/Tablet
save 15%

Expert Advice

  • Cortimax 30 mg Tablet is used to treat a variety of conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
  • Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Cortimax 30 mg 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 Cortimax 30 mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Cortimax 30 mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Interaction with Drugs

Taking Cortimax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Magnesium Hydroxide
Brand(s): Mgmax
SERIOUS
Clarithromycin
Brand(s): Clarimac
SERIOUS
Indapamide
Brand(s): Excrete
SERIOUS
Cilnidipine
Brand(s): Cilniright, Torcillin
SERIOUS
Glimepiride
Brand(s): Euroglip, Pridex MG, Glimpee
SERIOUS
Itraconazole
Brand(s): Itraspan, Itzo, Canzit
SERIOUS
Roxithromycin
Brand(s): Zuroxy, Roxilim, Rox Thro
SERIOUS
Phenobarbitone
Brand(s): Shinosun
SERIOUS
Gliclazide
Brand(s): Diabic
SERIOUS
Carbamazepine
Brand(s): Antep
SERIOUS
View all interactions

Patient Concerns

Questions Related to Cortimax

arrow
My wife PATIENT has been suffering from arthritis for last six months but here is no positive response till date.so please suggest a proper prescription. Present treatment such as below:-1. Cap Happy-D(empty stomach), Tab cortimax 6mg(BD), Tab Folitrax 30mg once a week(Wednesday), Tab Folic Acid5mg. once a week(Thursday), Tab Lefno 20mg(OD-ES), Tab HCQ 400mg(OD), Tab Nebicard-SM 5mg(OD), Cap Bio-D3 Max(OD) at lunch, Tab Vertin-OD 24mg at dinner, Tab Flucan 200mg once a week(Sunday), Inj Neurobion forte once a week.Please see the attached Prescription of Dr. Chirag Tandon.Awaited for an early & positive response.
Dr. Vipul Aggarwal
Bone & Joint Specialist
She seems to be suffering from inflammatory arthritisIt's better to show her to rheumatologist as I do not deal with this problem at allThere are newer medicines available do you days which are much more effective though expensiveThey are studied and written by Rhematology ionly
MORE
Allergy symptoms like allergic arthritis sneezing and runny nose in the morning and headache
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetes Specialist
Take tab Dolo sos Tab pantop before breakfast Tab montair LC at nightGet CBC ESR IgE levels tested and chest examined by a md doctor
MORE
arrow
Do you have any questions related to Cortimax 30 mg Tablet?
CONSULT A DOCTOR ONLINE

User Feedback

FAQs

Q. Is Cortimax a steroid?
Yes, Cortimax is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing.
Q. What is Cortimax used for?
Cortimax 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 Cortimax work?
Cortimax 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 Cortimax better than prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Cortimax 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 Cortimax a painkiller?
Cortimax is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Cortimax with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Cortimax can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

Related Products

Related Articles

Related Lab Tests
  • Complete Blood Count
  • Absolute Eosinophil Count
  • Peripheral Smear Examination
  • Total IgE

    • Related Ayurvedic Ingredients

    Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 31st Oct 2017.
    The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.
    Frequent searches leading to this page
    Cortimax 30 mg usesCortimax side effectsCortimax 30 mg priceCortimax medicine used
    Manufacturer/Marketer Address
    Office No. 5119, 5th Floor, 'D' Wing, Oberoi Garden Estates, Chandivili, Andheri (E), Mumbai - 400 072.
    One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location with deliver Cortimax 30mg Tablet. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts the your request based on valid prescription and availability: CRN, HZF, GBL, SMS, JVN, MKE, GGL, USM, BLE, RPC, KRR, HTV, PTP, RDH, MIP, HGI, PHN, ABP, CMC, PRT, SVS, OWP, HMP, XMX, SBN, UVD, CNE, DVH, SHC, HIP, FIP, PVP, EQN, RVC, MBP, RSA, MAP, MFN, DGN, NXT, SBC, NLP, RGH, APT, VVN, SAA, ZVP, SLN, LHP, ESY, MAM, EVP, FGH, HWS, KCI, GBC, SCH, APS, OMV, BMJ, WSI, SPV, KNH, RYL, BAP, BJP, DPL, STO, AVW, NEO, SDM, NVY, MJT, HLT, HSP, KHP, YAG, USF, BRC, IPL, FTP, DZY, ATP, BLS, BNT, 9MM, NDP, PWN, TNH, DHP, AAA, SGH, RHS, 4IT, TAT, TAP, SBL, ZEL, PMA, ATL, LCC, GTF, NAS, 1MH, RSS, GFL, RKS, KHC, SPF, TPN, HPC, HCP, JVO, BNC, ASP, UHP, SSS, DHR, BJR, TRP, DFP, RHL, IMC, VMH, CHP, AVL, BDI, WDE, MSD, BHP, BBS, RPA, DPP, NVL, NEW, AXM, VHP, EMB, MTD, HPP, RVA, INC, ALC, JHC, MDI, NLC, QTM, PPR, DLP, QLF, OLT, DRA, PRN, WPL, WHP, CLT, MTM, MDO, BDN, AAY, MIL, SHG, BBN, PNQ, VAF, SCP, KLC, 2ML, GNC, ADT, PSE, GLM, HEX, IPP, SGC, RTL, NLG, OIP, RHW, BSL, AGT, ALY, PEN, SWA, DLY, HLP, NPH, KIS, VOP, VDH, TYN, NNH, MDN, RAC, CPK, WHL, ANT, PLT, JSL, DAD, NPS, MPC, SYN, BSN, AYM, IAH, AVS, VSL, VTR, MKT, TSS, SOF, JLI, AMH, KAL, RMR, LKK, JBT, MGL, HTS, STA, JJE, PRL, SAH, OHM, EPR, SMN, RWL, JIV, NWP, OWI, SLC, CZT, UMP, GHR, GBB, SSI, KBC, KMC, SPD, GLD, EAN, BLP, KIM, DAO, ABL, SBA, HNP, ARD, FRS, BHA, RWP, LHA, SNG, WAD, PAP, VEM, ADF, AMM, STS, SHN, ADE, IAD, PHC, AMR, AYN, AHP, GTC, ZVO, AFT, MOM, AAR, SVH, PNT, SJP, ANP, SAF, BAL, NXG, LMS, HBV, LIP, CTP, SGA, RUS, MDH, PTI, SRG, MRS, TOM, ISI, VJS, ENP, SWP, HNF, UPA, RPP, AYU, FRM, RDR, MNS, RTN, DYL, KHH, PRC, GPP, HSM, SNH, GMA, AVB, RPI, OBS, GEO, NTB, THP, PRE, SNL, GPT, AVC, VRS, NNP, VUR, KHD, BHS, GHC, PSF, SGN, MLC, BTM, VSC, HAT, MAX, ZPR, NTL, EEC, BIO, DYG, BGS, XPR, LAG, RRP, EPS, O4O, NFP, CMD, SHD, SIO, NBG, BHM, ANS, OWN, GDA
    MRP
    ₹265.75
    6 tablets in 1 strip
    1 Strip
    ADD TO CART
    Best Price ₹212.6
    20% OFF
    Use Coupon HEALTH1020 during checkout