Nicort 16mgTablet

NICORT contains Methylprednisolone which is a corticosteroid medicine. It is used to treat various inflammatory and allergic conditions affecting the adrenal glands (Ex. adrenocortical insufficiency), bones and joints (Ex. arthritis), collagen (Ex. systemic lupus erythematosus), skin (Ex. psoriasis and dermatitis), lungs (Ex. asthma, pulmonary tuberculosis), eyes (Ex. uveitis, keratitis, neuritis, iritis), blood and lymph (Ex. anaemia, leukaemia and lymphomas), bowel (Ex. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), brain (Ex. tuberculous meningitis) and muscles (Ex. dermatomyositis and polymyositis).

Methylprednisolone acts by changing the expression of various genes and proinflammatory cytokines that results in inflammation. It also decreases the number of circulating lymphocytes and induces apoptosis in sensitive tumour cells.

Use of Nicort 16mgTablet

Adrenal glands (Ex. adrenocortical insufficiency, nonsuppurative thyroiditis, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and hypercalcemia associated with cancer)

Bones and joints (Ex. arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, acute and subacute bursitis, acute nonspecific tenosynovitis, and epicondylitis)

Collagen (Ex. systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic dermatomyositis, acute rheumatic carditis)

Directions for Use

Take NICORT as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy depending upon your age, weight, and health condition. Do not stop taking NICORT unless your doctor tells you.

Benefits of Nicort 16mgTablet

In Treatment of Rheumatic disorder Rheumatic disorder is an autoimmune condition where your body’s immune system (which usually fights bacteria and viruses) attacks your body’s own cells. Nicort 4mgTablet stops that from happening and can relieve the symptoms of this condition such as pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. It can also slow down joint damage, reduce disability, and enable you to be as active for as long as possible. It can take several weeks or months to notice the effect of the medicine. You should continue taking it until your doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.

Side Effects of Nicort 16mg

• Thinning of skin
• Increased risk of infection
• Reduction in bone density
• Weight gain
• Mood changes
• Upset stomach
• Behavioural changes

Caution :

• NICORT should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.
• NICORT should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking.
• Do not drive or operate any machines, because this medicine may cause such as dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances or fatigue.

FAQs:

Q:1 Can I stop taking NICORT abruptly? No. Do not stop taking NICORT abruptly without consulting your doctor, as it may result in withdrawal symptoms such as itchy skin, fever, muscle and joint pains, runny nose, sticky eyes, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, feeling tired, peeling skin and weight loss.

Q2 : Can NICORT cause headaches? Yes. NICORT may cause headaches in some individuals. Rest and drink plenty of fluids. Do not drink too much alcohol. Ask your pharmacist to recommend a painkiller. If it does not get better, contact your doctor.

Q:3 Can NICORT cause suicidal thoughts? Yes. NICORT may cause mental problems such as depression, anxiety, hallucinations, or suicidal thoughts which could be serious. Contact your doctor immediately in such cases. Your doctor might lower your dose or think of an alternative treatment.

Q:4 Is NICORT a steroid? Yes. NICORT is a corticosteroid. Supplying your body with extra corticosteroid such as methylprednisolone can help your body in conditions associated with adrenal insufficiency.