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Defcort TM Tablet
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Product introduction
Defcort TM Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in to treat kidney stones. It relaxes the bladder and reduces pain, swelling, and other symptoms of inflammation associated with kidney stones.
Defcort TM Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It is best taken with food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as runny nose, ejaculation disorders, and dizziness. If you experienced any of these side effects that do not go away or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Let your doctor also know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Defcort TM Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It is best taken with food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as runny nose, ejaculation disorders, and dizziness. If you experienced any of these side effects that do not go away or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Let your doctor also know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Uses of Defcort TM Tablet
Benefits of Defcort TM Tablet
In Treatment of Kidney stone
Kidney stones can cause urinary problems such as difficulty passing urine and a need to go to the toilet frequently or urgently. Defcort TM Tablet helps in the easy passage of urine by relaxing the muscles in the bladder and prostate. This makes stone pass in the urine faster. It also gives relief from pain, irritation and discomfort caused by kidney stones. However, it was found that this medicine works better in people with larger stones.
Side effects of Defcort TM 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 TM
- Runny nose
- Ejaculation disorder
- Dizziness
How to use Defcort TM 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 TM Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Defcort TM Tablet works
Defcort TM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Tamsulosin and Deflazacort. Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing the muscle around the bladder exit and prostate gland so as to allow easy passage of urine. Deflazacort is a steroid medicine. It works by reducing inflammation (swelling) in the kidneys to promote the passage of the stones through urine.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Defcort TM Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Defcort TM Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Defcort TM Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Defcort TM Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Defcort TM Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Defcort TM Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Defcort TM Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Defcort TM 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Defcort TM Tablet
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Quick tips
- Defcort TM Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of kidney stones.
- Take adequate water or fluids while taking this medicine to prevent kidney stones.
- You can also include citric acid rich food in your diet like grapefruit, oranges, lemons, or limes to prevent kidney stones.
- Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or heart disease or high potassium levels in your blood.
- Defcort TM Tablet can suppress your immune system, so it is important if you become ill that you make an appointment to see your doctor straightaway.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
UROLOGY
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Defcort TM Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
15%
What are you using Defcort TM Tablet for?
Kidney stone
85%
Others
12%
Benign prosta*
1%
Asthma
1%
Allergic cond*
1%
*Benign prostatic hyperplasia, Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Average
43%
Poor
40%
Excellent
17%
What were the side-effects while using Defcort TM Tablet?
No Side Effec*
65%
Runny nose
15%
Dizziness
15%
Ejaculation d*
5%
*No Side Effect, Ejaculation disorder
How do you take Defcort TM Tablet?
With food
84%
With or witho*
16%
*With or without food
Please rate Defcort TM Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
19%
Not Expensive
15%
FAQs
Q. Can the use of Defcort TM Tablet cause weight gain?
There are reports that suggest that the use of Defcort TM Tablet can lead to weight gain. If you keep good eating habits and exercise regularly, you might not gain any weight. It is important to remember that it is easier to stop weight gain than losing increased weight.
Q. Can Defcort TM Tablet cause a painful erection?
Yes, Defcort TM Tablet contains tamsulosin, which may very rarely cause a painful erection. If this occurs, contact your doctor immediately.
Q. Will a higher than the recommended doses of Defcort TM Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Defcort TM Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Tamsulosin hydrochloride [FDA Label]. Ridgefield, CT: Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2005. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
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