Rs.95.48for 1 bottle(s) (30 ml Oral Suspension each)
food interaction for Cortimax Oral Suspension
alcohol interaction for Cortimax Oral Suspension
pregnancy interaction for Cortimax Oral Suspension
lactation interaction for Cortimax Oral Suspension
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Cortimax Suspension may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Cortimax Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.
Avoid Cortimax Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cortimax Suspension
UNSAFE
The safety of Cortimax Suspension during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cortimax Suspension may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Cortimax 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension
Deflazacort(6mg/5ml)
Cortimax oral suspension uses
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How cortimax oral suspension works
Cortimax Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine. It acts like the body’s natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. Cortimax 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 cortimax oral suspension
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Increased appetite, Weight gain, Frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, Cough, Obesity, Abnormal hair growth, Upper respiratory tract infection
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Expert advice FOR Cortimax 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 Cortimax 6mg/5ml Oral Suspension
Deflazacort
Q. Is Cortimax Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Cortimax Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Cortimax 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 Cortimax Suspension to my child?
Avoid giving Cortimax 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. Cortimax 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 Cortimax 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 Cortimax Suspension. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Cortimax Suspension.









