apollo
logo
0
Select Delivery Location

Cortimax Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in children above 2 years of age. It contains deflazacort, which inhibits the production of chemicals called cytokines responsible for inflammation. Some children may experience side effects such as nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea, and fast heartbeats. Before giving this medicine, tell your doctor if your child is allergic to any of its components.

Read more
Written By ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
OffersOffers & Discounts

Get Free delivery (₹99) with circle icon

Join Circle
coupon
Get Extra 18% Off with Coupons
coupon
coupon
coupon
Extra 10% Off with Bank Offers
Side effects of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml
  • Eat a balanced diet containing enough proteins, fibre, healthy fats, vegetables and fruits.
  • Get quality sleep for about 7-9 hours.
  • Try to manage stress with meditation or yoga.
  • Drink enough water.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps regulate appetite.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Upper respiratory tract infection:
  • Inform your doctor about the symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to help loosen and clear mucus from your nose, throat, and airways.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Cough:
  • Tell your doctor about the cough symptoms you're experiencing, which may be triggered by your medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your cough symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, tea, or soup, to help thin out mucus and soothe your throat.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your cough persists or worsens, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • Drink six to eight glasses of water per day to be healthy.
  • Healthy urinary habits can help minimize pollakiuria (frequent urinating).
  • Avoid liquids containing caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and soda, as they might cause bladder discomfort.
  • Add bladder-friendly foods such as omega-3 fatty acids, blueberries, and cranberries.
  • Regular cleansing will help get rid of dead skin cells and stop ingrown hairs.
  • Keep your hormones in balance by managing your stress, eating well and exercising regularly.
  • Shaving, waxing, and bleaching are ways to get rid of extra hair.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Common Cold:
  • Inform your doctor about the common cold symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as warm water or soup, to help thin out mucus.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Have a query?

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip

Drug-Drug Interactions: Cortimax Suspension interacts with anti-tuberculosis (anti-TB) drugs (rifampicin, rifabutin), anti-seizure (phenobarbitone, phenytoin, pyrimidine) and antifungal drugs (ketoconazole).

Drug-Food interactions: It is not advised to be given with grapefruit or its juice.

Drug-Disease interactions: Care should be exercised when Cortimax Suspension is administered in children with diabetes, cataracts, thyroid, blood pressure, kidney diseases, glaucoma, and herpes.

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml and Desmopressin may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Although co- administration of Daflazacort with Desmopression can possibly lead to an interaction, it can be taken in case a doctor advices you. You should seek medical attention if you experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, lethargy, irritability, difficulty in concentrating, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, unsteadiness, decreased urination, or sudden weight gain. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Ceritinib with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ceritinib with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Baricitinib with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Baricitinib can be taken with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning while urinating, severe abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
DeflazacortNafcillin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Nafcillin with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml may significantly reduce the blood levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml, which may make the medication less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Nafcillin and Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if your condition worsens. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Taking Bosentan with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml may significantly reduce the blood levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml, which may make the medication less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Bosentan and Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Combining Adalimumab with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the risk of severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possibility of interaction between Cortimax Suspension 30 ml and Adalimumab, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, a sore throat, muscle pain, or experiencing pain or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Verapamil with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml in the body. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Verapamil with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like swelling, weight gain, electrolyte abnormalities, high blood pressure, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, depression, mood swings, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, cataracts, glaucoma, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist. contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Coadministration of Fosamprenavir with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortimax Suspension 30 ml with Fosamprenavir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, mood swings, excessive growth of facial or body hair, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or shortness of breath, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Fluconazole with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluconazole with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, excessive growth of facial or body hair, or sudden dizziness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml:
Co-administration of Imatinib with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml can increase the levels of Cortimax Suspension 30 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imatinib with Cortimax Suspension 30 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, mood swings, acne, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, eye problems, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and increased body fat, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing problems, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

All Substitutes & Brand Comparisons

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.
whatsapp Floating Button
Buy Now
Add to Cart