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Defcort Tm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Enlarged Prostate, Allergy, Asthma. The alternative uses of Defcort Tm have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Defcort Tm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Defcort Tm as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Defcort Tm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Defcort Tm is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Defcort Tm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Glaucoma, Diabetes must refrain from the use of Defcort Tm since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Defcort Tm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Defcort Tm may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Defcort Tm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Defcort Tm 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
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Is the use of Defcort Tm safe for pregnant women?
Defcort TM has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Defcort TM without medical advice.
Is the use of Defcort Tm safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Defcort TM. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Defcort Tm on the Kidneys?
Defcort TM 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.
What is the effect of Defcort Tm on the Liver?
Defcort TM may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Defcort Tm on the Heart?
Defcort TM 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.
Defcort Tm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Defcort Tm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Defcort Tm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Defcort Tm has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Defcort Tm
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Defcort Tm, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Defcort Tm
Information about the interaction of Defcort Tm and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
You can take Defcort TM for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take an extra dose or a high dose without informing your doctor. Also, do not discontinue taking Defcort TM on your own as that might cause serious adverse effects.
No, Defcort TM is not a diuretic. It is rather an alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.
Defcort TM is available as a capsule and tablet to be taken by mouth in an empty stomach because food can delay the absorption of this drug and also decrease its bioavailability. Precaution must be taken in the patient with prostate cancer, sulfa allergy, and Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome.
No, Defcort TM doesn't cause weight gain. Weight gain can be prevented or managed by eating small, frequent meals and adding some physical activity to the routine.
Yes, Defcort TM consumption may cause constipation. Constipation can be relieved by drinking a lot of water, eating lots of fiber, taking probiotics, exercising regularly or taking an over the counter laxative. Talk to your doctor for managing constipation, should you develop the same.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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