Cortimax 30mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Cortimax 30mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Cortimax 30mg 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.
Cortimax 30mg 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 Cortimax Tablet
- Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
- Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Benefits of Cortimax Tablet
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Cortimax 30mg 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
Cortimax 30mg 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.
Side effects of Cortimax 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 Cortimax
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Cushing syndrome
- Cough
- Obesity
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abnormal hair growth
How to use Cortimax 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. Cortimax 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cortimax 30mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
Avoid Cortimax 30mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How Cortimax Tablet works
Cortimax 30mg 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 Cortimax 30mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cortimax 30mg 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
Cortimax 30mg 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
Cortimax 30mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cortimax 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cortimax 30mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cortimax 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cortimax 30mg Tablet is recommended.
What if you forget to take Cortimax Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cortimax 30mg 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
- Cortimax 30mg 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.
- Cortimax 30mg 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 Cortimax 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Cortimax 30mg 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
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cortimax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause lethal infections.
It is recommended to wait at least 3 months after discontinuing a high dose of Deflazacort before taking Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vacc
Concomitant use may cause lethal infections.
It is recommended to wait at least 3 months after discontinuing a high dose of Deflazacort before taking Purified Vi Polysaccharide Ty
Concomitant use may cause lethal infections.
It is recommended to wait at least 3 months after discontinuing a high dose of Deflazacort before taking Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated)
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Deflazacort may reduce the efficacy of Gliclazide.
Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose levels along with you
Concurrent use may increase the risk of high blood sugar levels. Deflazacort may reduce the efficacy of Glibenclamide.
Your doctor may monitor your blood glucose levels along with
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Cortimax 30mg Tablet
Once A Day
71%
Twice A Day
19%
Twice A Week
4%
Once A Week
4%
Thrice A Day
2%
What are you using Cortimax Tablet for?
Asthma
36%
Allergic cond*
36%
Others
18%
Severe allerg*
9%
*Allergic conditions, Severe allergic reactions
How much was the improvement?
Average
44%
Excellent
33%
Poor
22%
What were the side-effects while using Cortimax 30mg Tablet?
Weight gain
25%
No Side Effec*
25%
Facial swelli*
25%
Increased app*
25%
*No Side Effect, Facial swelling, Increased appetite
How do you take Cortimax Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Cortimax 30mg Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Is Cortimax 30mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Cortimax 30mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Cortimax 30mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
What is Cortimax 30mg Tablet used for?
Cortimax 30mg 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.
How does Cortimax 30mg Tablet work?
Cortimax 30mg 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.
Is Cortimax 30mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Cortimax 30mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Cortimax 30mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Is Cortimax 30mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Cortimax 30mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Cortimax 30mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Cortimax 30mg 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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- Deflazacort [Prescribing Information]. Northbrook, IL: Marathon Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2017. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cortimax 30mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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