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Signacort 4 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

TRIAMCINOLONE-4MG

Uses:

Inflammatory and allergic conditions, Mouth sores

Medicinal Benefits:

Signacort 4 Tablet contains ‘triamcinolone’ which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It is effectively used to treat various inflammatory, allergic and autoimmune diseases. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells (target cells). It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels, decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing swelling, pain and discomfort.

FAQs

Signacort 4 Tablet reduces pain, swelling and inflammation associated with various conditions. It works by blocking the release of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. It also narrows the blood vessels at the affected area, decreasing the permeability of cells (including white blood cells) into the affected site.

Signacort 4 Tablet weakens your immune system and increases the risk of getting infections. So, make sure you stay away from people who are sick or have infections, especially chickenpox and measles. These conditions are life-threatening in people taking steroids such as Signacort 4 Tablet.

Do not abruptly stop taking Signacort 4 Tablet as you might develop withdrawal symptoms. Consult your doctor and your doctor may advise you to lower the dose gradually before completely stopping the medication.

Prolonged use of Signacort 4 Tablet may worsen your health condition. So, Signacort 4 Tablet should not be used for long-term unless prescribed by your doctor.

Signacort 4 Tablet may cause growth delay in children, especially with long-term or frequent use. So, Signacort 4 Tablet should be used in children only if clinically needed and prescribed by the child doctor.