Arikort 8mg Tablet
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Rs.75for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Arikort 8mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Arikort 8mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Arikort 8mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Arikort 8mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Arikort 8mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Arikort 8mg Tablet 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Arikort 8mg Tablet
Methylprednisolone(8mg)
Arikort tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of rheumatic disorder, systemic lupus erythematosus, allergic conditions, eye disorders and skin disorders.
How arikort tablet works
Arikort 8mg Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Common side effects of arikort tablet
Thinning of skin, Increased risk of infection, Reduction in bone density, Weight gain, Mood changes, Upset stomach, Behavioral changes
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Expert advice FOR Arikort Tablet
- Methylprednisolone 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.
- Methylprednisolone 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 Methylprednisolone. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Methylprednisolone suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Frequently asked questions FOR Arikort 8mg Tablet
Methylprednisolone
Q. What is Arikort 8mg Tablet used for?
Arikort 8mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It is also helpful in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders.
Q. How does Arikort 8mg Tablet work?
Arikort 8mg Tablet works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. In addition to that, it stops the autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Q. Is Arikort 8mg Tablet effective?
Arikort 8mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Arikort 8mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.