Nucort 40mg Tablet is a steroid. It is used to treat a wide variety of medical conditions such as severe allergic reactions, allergic conditions, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin and eye disorders, and nephrotic syndrome. It suppresses the immune system and provides relief from inflammation.
Nucort 40mg Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. It should be swallowed whole with water at the same time(s) each day. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. This may change from time to time depending on how well they are working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine.
The most common side effect of this medicine is reduction in bone density, weight gain, mood changes, upset stomach, and behavioural changes. Communicate to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away. Taking Nucort 40mg Tablet can also make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat.
Let your doctor know about any medical issues you have, especially poor blood circulation, diabetes and immune system problems and about other medicines you are taking (particularly steroids).
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nucort 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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 Nucort
Reduction in bone density
Agitated stomach
Behavioral changes
Mood changes
Weight gain
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nucort 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nucort 40mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nucort 40mg Tablet 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.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nucort 40mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Nucort 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Nucort 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
Is Nucort 40mg Tablet an anti-inflammatory drug?
Nucort 40mg Tablet belongs to the class of corticosteroids which has anti-inflammatory properties. It works by suppressing the inflammation associated with many diseases, for example, arthritis. Therefore, Nucort 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.
How long can I take Nucort 40mg Tablet for?
It is advisable to take Nucort 40mg Tablet for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop the treatment suddenly or take for a longer period than recommended by your doctor.
Does Nucort 40mg Tablet contain penicillin?
No, Nucort 40mg Tablet does not contain penicillin. Nucort 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids.
Does Nucort 40mg Tablet expire?
Affirmative, Nucort 40mg Tablet does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
Is Nucort 40mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Nucort 40mg Tablet is not a painkiller. Nucort 40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids which are anti-inflammatory in nature. The medicine can help in pain relief which is caused due to inflammation.
Is Nucort 40mg Tablet safe?
Nucort 40mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Is Nucort 40mg Tablet an immunosuppressant?
Nucort 40mg Tablet has immunosuppressant properties which means it suppresses the body’s immune system. Hence, Nucort 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment of a number of inflammatory and auto-immune conditions.
Is Nucort 40mg Tablet a glucocorticoid?
Affirmative, Nucort 40mg Tablet is a glucocorticoid. It belongs to a group of medicines called steroids (corticosteroids).
Can I take Nucort 40mg Tablet with antibiotics?
Self-assured antibiotics may increase the metabolism of Nucort 40mg Tablet and hence decrease its effects. So, if you are already taking antibiotics then it may be necessary to adjust the dose of Nucort 40mg Tablet accordingly. Hence, consult your doctor before taking Nucort 40mg Tablet with antibiotics.
Can I take Nucort 40mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Affirmative, Nucort 40mg Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported when used together. However, in some cases interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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