Defcort 24 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions, and cancer.

Defcort 24 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.

Defcort 24 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.

Uses of Defcort Tablet

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Treatment of Cancer

Benefits of Defcort Tablet

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Defcort 24 Tablet 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

Defcort 24 Tablet 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.

In Treatment of Cancer

Defcort 24 Tablet helps in the treatment of a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients.

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Side effects of Defcort Tablet

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 Defcort

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)

How to use Defcort 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. Defcort 24 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Defcort 24 Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.

How Defcort Tablet works

Defcort 24 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).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Defcort 24 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Defcort 24 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Defcort 24 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Defcort 24 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Defcort 24 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Defcort 24 Tablet is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Defcort 24 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Defcort 24 Tablet is recommended.

What if you forget to take Defcort Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Defcort 24 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.

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Quick tips

Defcort 24 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.
Defcort 24 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 Defcort 24 Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Defcort 24 Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

HORMONES

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Interaction with drugs

Taking Defcort with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Acarbose

Brand(s): Diadose, Abacus, Disorb

Serious

Aspirin

Brand(s): M Spirin, Aspirin, Asalite

Serious

Amlodipine

Brand(s): Samlodon, Amodep, Amleod

Serious

Amphotericin B

Brand(s): Hospicin B

Serious

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Patient concerns

I have severe cold and traveling to Italy, where I am expected to confront severe cold weather, in a few days. Last time when I got cold and fever, a doctor in Continental Hospitals prescribed Defcort 18mg, Can I use the same medicine now and carry the medicine along to Italy too.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

See defcort is steroid and should only be used after examination instead of starting medicines on your own visit ent specialist near you for proper examination

Severe cough for two days Taken defcort 12 3 hrs before no reaction till now.

Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan

ENT

Cough can be due to infection or allergy. Infective one will not improve with defcort.medicines don't work in 3 hrs . It takes time

User feedback

Patients taking Defcort 24 Tablet

Once A Day

79%

Twice A Day

15%

Alternate Day

Twice A Week

What are you using Defcort Tablet for?

Asthma

27%

Others

27%

Allergic cond*

23%

Severe allerg*

18%

Rheumatic dis*

*Allergic conditions, Severe allergic reactions, Rheumatic disorder

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

41%

Average

33%

Poor

26%

What were the side-effects while using Defcort 24 Tablet?

No Side Effec*

50%

Increased ris*

25%

Cough

25%

*No Side Effect, Increased risk of infection

How do you take Defcort Tablet?

With food

100%

Please rate Defcort 24 Tablet on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

Q. Is Defcort 24 Tablet a steroid?

Yes, Defcort 24 Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Defcort 24 Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

Q. What is Defcort 24 Tablet used for?

Defcort 24 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 Defcort 24 Tablet work?

Defcort 24 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 Defcort 24 Tablet better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Defcort 24 Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Defcort 24 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 Defcort 24 Tablet a painkiller?

No, Defcort 24 Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Q. Can I take Defcort 24 Tablet with Tamsulosin?

Yes, Defcort 24 Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

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References

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