Azot Oral Suspension

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Composition FOR Azot 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension

Deflazacort(6mg/5ml)

food interaction for Azot Oral Suspension

alcohol interaction for Azot Oral Suspension

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lactation interaction for Azot Oral Suspension

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Azot Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Azot Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Azot Oral Suspension.
UNSAFE
Azot Oral Suspension 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
Azot Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Azot 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension

Deflazacort(6mg/5ml)

Azot oral suspension uses

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How azot oral suspension works

Azot Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine. It acts like the body’s natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. Azot Oral Suspension decreases the formation of chemical substances like prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and interleukins that are involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication. It also suppresses the immune system and stops the immune mechanisms from causing any self-damage to the body.

Common side effects of azot oral suspension

Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Increased appetite, Weight gain, Frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, Cough, Abnormal hair growth, Upper respiratory tract infection, Obesity

SUBSTITUTES FOR Azot Oral Suspension

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    Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 2.67/ml of Oral Suspension
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  • Cortimax Suspension
    (30 ml Oral Suspension in bottle)
    Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
    Rs. 2.73/ml of Oral Suspension
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    Rs. 84.35
    pay 17% more per ml of Oral Suspension
  • Dezacor Oral Suspension
    (30 ml Oral Suspension in bottle)
    Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 3/ml of Oral Suspension
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    Rs. 93.05
    pay 29% more per ml of Oral Suspension
  • Enzocort Oral Suspension
    (30 ml Oral Suspension in bottle)
    Alkem Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 3.23/ml of Oral Suspension
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    Rs. 100
    pay 39% more per ml of Oral Suspension
  • Laza 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension
    (30 ml Oral Suspension in bottle)
    Viilbery Healthcare Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 2.10/ml of Oral Suspension
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    Rs. 65
    save 10% more per ml of Oral Suspension

Expert advice FOR Azot Oral Suspension

  • Prefer giving Deflazacort with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux.
  • Avoid giving antacids along with Deflazacort. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Deflazacort and antacids.
  • Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Deflazacort can make it harder for your child to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you notice any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
  • Do not stop the medicine abruptly. Seek the doctor’s guidance to taper the dose gradually as sudden withdrawal may result in a steroid withdrawal syndrome.

Frequently asked questions FOR Azot 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension

Deflazacort

Q. Is Azot Oral Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Azot Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Azot Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. In what conditions should I avoid giving Azot Oral Suspension to my child?
Avoid giving Azot Oral Suspension to your child if they have conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Azot Oral Suspension should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.
Q. What do I need to know about Azot Oral Suspension and my child’s immunizations?
For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child will need to wait 4 to 6 weeks before starting Azot Oral Suspension. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Azot Oral Suspension.
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Q. How can I store Azot Oral Suspension at home?
Keep the medicine in a cool dry place out of the reach of children and pets. This will help avoid any accidental intake.
Q. My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Azot Oral Suspension to my child?
Ans: Prolonged intake of Azot Oral Suspension can lead to mental illness as well as a seizure disorder. Therefore, any child who is already suffering from seizure disorder should not take Azot Oral Suspension.

Content on this page was last updated on 08 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)