Cartico Oral Suspension 30.0 ml in 1 bottle

Last Updated: October 8th, 2025

Product Of Santo Formulations

Composition: Deflazacort (6mg)

Pack of 30 ml

₹ 62.81

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All Details About Cartico Oral Suspension

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Cartico Oral Suspension

Description:

Cartico Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.

Cartico Oral Suspension works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Employ of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.

Cartico Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Earlier taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.

Uses:

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cartico Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cartico Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Cartico

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cartico Oral Suspension.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cartico 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cartico 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.

Driving

SAFE

Cartico Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cartico Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cartico Oral Suspension is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cartico Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Cartico Oral Suspension is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Cartico Oral Suspension a steroid?

Affirmative, Cartico Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Cartico Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

What is Cartico Oral Suspension used for?

Cartico Oral Suspension has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.

How does Cartico Oral Suspension work?

Cartico Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.

Is Cartico Oral Suspension better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Cartico Oral Suspension has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Cartico Oral Suspension is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

Is Cartico Oral Suspension a painkiller?

No, Cartico Oral Suspension is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Can I take Cartico Oral Suspension with Tamsulosin?

Affirmative, Cartico Oral Suspension can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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