Addcort: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Addcort Benefits & Uses

Addcort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Addcort Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Addcort Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Addcort is used -

Severe

Bone degradation
Bone Fracture

Moderate

Electrolyte imbalance
Cataract
Depressed mood
Erythema

Mild

Headache
Acne
Nausea or vomiting

Addcort Related Warnings

Is the use of Addcort safe for pregnant women?

Addcort should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Addcort safe during breastfeeding?

Addcort should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Addcort on the Kidneys?

Addcort can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Addcort on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Addcort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Addcort on the Heart?

Addcort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Addcort with Other Drugs

Addcort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Leflunomide

Dexamethasone

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Moderate

Addcort Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Addcort unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Addcort

Is this Addcort habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Addcort has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Addcort since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Addcort only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Addcort for mental disorders.

No

Addcort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Addcort

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Addcort, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Addcort

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Addcort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Addcort

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Addcort?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Addcort comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function, hypertension and diabetes. Do no take deflazacort with grapefruit juice (chakotra). Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine which can lead to very unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Addcort more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Addcort have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Addcort raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Addcort can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, keep your doctor informed while taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Addcort cause weight gain?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Addcort may cause weight gain in some cases. This may be caused due to increased appetite and fluid retention in patients taking this medicine. You are recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle which includes a balanced diet along with 30 mins of physical workout. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this medicine do inform your doctor right away.

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Addcort is taken along with any one of these drugs which are bumetanide, ethacrynic acid, furosemide, and torsemide then it may lead to low potassium levels in the blood. Taking this medicine with one of these drugs can result in increased loss of potassium from your body. It is recommended to avoid these medicines if you are taking Addcort.