Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg

About Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg

Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg Uses

• Severe allergic reactions and asthma flares
• Rheumatoid arthritis and joint inflammation
• Autoimmune conditions as directed by a doctor
• Certain skin and eye inflammatory conditions

Drug Class

• Corticosteroid (glucocorticoid)
• Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive agent

What Experts Say

Prednisolone calms inflammation and an overactive immune response, which relieves symptoms in a wide range of allergic, joint and autoimmune conditions.

The enteric coating helps protect the stomach lining, but it must not be crushed or chewed, since that would break the coating and its protective effect.

Treatment length and dose are set by a doctor and should never be stopped abruptly after several weeks of use, since the body needs time to resume its own steroid production; the dose is usually reduced gradually instead.

Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg formula

• Prednisolone 5mg (enteric coated)

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg?

• Take with food to reduce stomach upset.
• Swallow whole; do not crush or chew.
• Take exactly as prescribed and do not stop suddenly.
• Follow your doctor's plan for reducing the dose if treatment is long term.

Drug Interactions

Prednisolone can interact with several common medicines.

• NSAIDs like diclofenac or ibuprofen: Combined use raises the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
• Diabetes medicines: Prednisolone can raise blood sugar, needing dose adjustment.
• Live vaccines: Should be avoided during treatment.
• Blood thinners: May affect their action; monitoring may be needed.

Risks and warnings

• Do not stop abruptly: Sudden stopping after prolonged use can cause serious illness.
• Infection risk: Increases susceptibility to infections; avoid live vaccines during treatment.
• Blood sugar and blood pressure: Can raise blood sugar and blood pressure.
• Long term use: May affect bone strength, eyes and skin with prolonged use.

Deltacortril Enteric Coated tablet 5mg Side Effects

• Increased appetite and weight gain
• Mood changes
• Difficulty sleeping
• Raised blood sugar
• Stomach upset

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight, out of reach of children.