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Daktacort is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis. Other than this, Daktacort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Daktacort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Daktacort also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Daktacort have been listed ahead. These side effects of Daktacort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Daktacort's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Daktacort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Daktacort related warnings section.
The section on Daktacort contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Daktacort may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Daktacort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Daktacort is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Daktacort is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Daktacort safe for pregnant women?
Daktacort can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Daktacort, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Daktacort safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Daktacort on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Daktacort will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Daktacort on the Kidneys?
Daktacort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Daktacort on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Daktacort. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Daktacort on the Heart?
Daktacort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Daktacort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daktacort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Daktacort habit forming or addictive?
Daktacort does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Daktacort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Daktacort is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Daktacort for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Daktacort
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Daktacort and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daktacort
Information about the interaction of Daktacort and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience