Cortan 20 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....
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cortan 20 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
UNSAFE
Cortan 20 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cortan 20 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cortan 20 is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as careful dose selection and regular monitoring of kidney function tests are advised...
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CAUTION
Cortan 20 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cortan 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Cortan 20mg Tablet
Introduction
Cortan 20 is a steroid. It is used for treatment of wide variety of medical conditions such as severe allergic reactions, asthma, rheumatic disorders and skin and eye disorders. It provides relief by preventing the release of substances that cause in...
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Uses of Cortan 20
Severe allergic reactions
Allergic conditions
Asthma
Rheumatic disorder
Skin disorders
Eye disorders
Nephrotic syndrome
Side effects of Cortan 20
Common
Behavioural changes
Edema (swelling)
Glucose intolerance
Increased appetite
Mood changes
High blood pressure
Weight gain
How to use Cortan 20
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Cortan 20 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cortan 20 works
Cortan 20 is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Quick Tips
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Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Wysolone 5 Tablet DT can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fev...
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Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Wysolone 5 Tablet DT. Inform your doctor if this both...
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Do not stop taking Wysolone 5 Tablet DT suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Oral
Allergic and inflammatory disorders
Adult: 5-60 mg daily in 2-4 divided doses. Maintenance: 2.5-15 mg daily. Withdrawal should be gradual after...
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Child Dose
Inflammation
0.1-2 mg/kg/day PO in single daily dose or divided q6-12hr; not to exceed 80 mg/day
Acute Asthma
1-2 mg/kg/day in single daily dose...
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Contraindication
Live vaccines; herpes simplex keratitis, systemic infections.
Mode of Action
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