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Composition :

PREDNISOLONE-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Vinayak Pharma

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIHISTAMINE AND ANTITUSSIVE ANTIHISTAMINES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

115, Atlanta Estate, Off. Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
Other Info - EDI0025

FAQs

Edicord 4 mg Tablet plays a vital role in treating a wide range of allergic reactions and inflammation in the body, including allergies, blood disorders, skin diseases, infections, and certain cancers, and in preventing organ rejection after a transplant. It also dampens the immune system, which may aid autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, where the immune system incorrectly attacks its tissues.

Depending upon the severity of your medical condition, your doctor may prescribe it to you daily for a specific duration. However, do not take it endlessly on your own without a doctor's advice.

Your symptoms may improve before the problem is completely cured. But, completing the full course of treatment would be suggested even if you feel better.

While taking Edicord 4 mg Tablet , do not receive a "live" vaccine (including measles, mumps, polio, chickenpox) as the vaccine may not work, and you may develop the disease again.

Yes, Edicord 4 mg Tablet is known to cause an upset stomach. So, please take Edicord 4 mg Tablet with a meal to avoid an upset stomach.

No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician to prevent specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Edicord 4 mg Tablet to avoid unpleasant side-effects like excessive dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. Edicord 4 mg Tablet isn't usually recommended in pregnancy unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Edicord 4 mg Tablet should be used during breastfeeding only after a careful assessment of the benefit-risk ratio to the mother and infant. You should not take $ name without a doctor's advice.

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Driving

Caution

Edicord 4 mg Tablet usually causes dizziness, drowsiness and visual disturbances which may affect their ability to drive or operate machinery. Make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Edicord 4 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Edicord 4 mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Generally, Edicord 4 mg Tablet is not recommended for children as it affects growth; take it only if prescribed. In case it has to be given, then the dose has to be adjusted and recommended by a child specialist only.

About Edicord 4 mg Tablet

Edicord 4 mg Tablet belongs to the class of steroid or corticosteroid medicine. Corticosteroids and anabolic steroids are not the same. Edicord 4 mg Tablet is one of the most commonly prescribed medicine treating various medical conditions such as allergies, joint inflammation (arthritis), breathing problems (e.g., asthma), certain blood disorders, collagen diseases (e.g., lupus), certain eye diseases (e.g., keratitis), cancer (e.g., leukaemia), endocrine problems (e.g., adrenocortical insufficiency), intestinal problems (e.g., ulcerative colitis), swelling due to certain conditions, or skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis). It relieves the release of substances that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Besides this, it also prescribes preventing organ rejection after a transplant.

Edicord 4 mg Tablet contains Prednisolone. It plays a vital role in treating a wide range of allergic reactions and inflammation in the body, including allergies, blood disorders, skin diseases, infections, and certain cancers, and preventing organ rejection after a transplant. It also dampens the immune system, which may aid with autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, where the immune system incorrectly attacks its tissues.

Edicord 4 mg Tablet is taken as advised by the doctor. Your dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. In some cases, you may experience weight gain, indigestion, problems sleeping (insomnia), restlessness, mild mood changes and sweating. Most of these side effects of Edicord 4 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor before starting Edicord 4 mg Tablet if you are allergic to corticosteroids or Prednisolone, have had a recent heart attack, hypertension, stomach ulcer, epilepsy, diabetes, epilepsy. Do not stop taking this medication without first consulting your doctor; you may need to reduce the dose as directed by the doctor gradually. If you plan to get pregnant or are already pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor to avoid any unwanted harm to the baby. And also, tell your doctor all the drugs you are taking to avoid any contra-indication. When using Edicord 4 mg Tablet in children, exercise extreme caution.

Uses of Edicord 4 mg Tablet

Allergic reactions/conditions

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Medicinal Benefits

Edicord 4 mg Tablet plays a vital role in treating a wide range of allergic reactions and inflammation in the body by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers known as ‘histamine,’ which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. Edicord 4 mg Tablet is accepted to treat various medical conditions such as allergies, joint inflammation (arthritis), breathing problems (e.g., asthma), certain blood disorders, collagen diseases (e.g., lupus), certain eye diseases (e.g., keratitis), cancer (e.g., leukaemia), endocrine problems (e.g., adrenocortical insufficiency), intestinal problems (e.g., ulcerative colitis), swelling due to certain conditions, or skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis). It relieves the release of substances that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Besides this, it also prescribes preventing organ rejection after a transplant.

Directions for Use

Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Dispersible Tablet: Check the label for directions before use. Disperse the tablet in the prescribed amount of water and swallow the contents. Do not crush, chew or swallow as a whole.Oral Suspension/Syrup/Oral drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Edicord 4 mg Tablet in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack.

Side Effects of Edicord 4 mg Tablet

  • Weight gain
  • Indigestion
  • Problems sleeping (insomnia)
  • Feeling restless
  • Sweating a lot
  • Mild mood changes

Drug Warnings

Never encourage self-medication; suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not take Edicord 4 mg Tablet if you are allergic to steroids, Prednisolone, or any components present in Edicord 4 mg Tablet . Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Let your doctor know if you are with an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism), liver disease or kidney failure or have had seizures, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), tuberculosis or have ever been treated for tuberculosis, GI disorders, Heart disorders, Blood disorders (Had, have blood clots),  mood swings or psychotic tendencies, adrenal gland disorders, scleroderma (systemic sclerosis, an autoimmune disease). Edicord 4 mg Tablet can cause dizziness, visual problems, and weariness. If you have such symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery. When using Edicord 4 mg Tablet , exercise extreme caution. Make sure that children and teenagers get their height checked by a doctor on a regular basis so that any changes in their growth can be detected early.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Methylphenidate with Iohexol may increase the risk or severity of seizure (a sudden, violent, uncontrollable contraction of a group of muscles).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Edicord 4 mg Tablet with Iohexol is not recommended, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
When Edicord 4 mg Tablet is taken with Mifepristone, it may decrease the levels of Edicord 4 mg Tablet, which may be less effective in treating your condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Edicord 4 mg Tablet with Mifepristone is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Edicord 4 mg Tablet and Vigabatrin together can increase the risk or severity of side effects associated with vision loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Edicord 4 mg Tablet with Vigabatrin is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Regular eye check ups are advised during this treatment. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Norfloxacin with Edicord 4 mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of tendinitis (inflammation of the tendons attached to the muscle and bones).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norfloxacin with Edicord 4 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as Stiff joints or difficulty moving your joints, joint pains, Swelling, or skin discoloration, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Bempedoic acid with Edicord 4 mg Tablet can increase the risk of tissue injury near muscles and joints.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bempedoic acid can be taken with Edicord 4 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation of joints, consult a doctor. Exercise and using the impacted area should both be avoided. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Taking Moxifloxacin and Edicord 4 mg Tablet together can cause tendinitis (inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone) and tendon rupture (injury to the soft tissue that connect muscle to bone).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Moxifloxacin with Edicord 4 mg Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any symptoms like pain, swelling, or difficulty moving, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Using adalimumab together with Edicord 4 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Edicord 4 mg Tablet and Adalimumab, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Taking Thalidomide together with Edicord 4 mg Tablet may increase the risk of blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking thalidomide and Edicord 4 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Levofloxacin with Edicord 4 mg Tablet may increase the risk of tendinitis(inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone).

How to manage the interaction:
Concomitant administration of levofloxacin with Edicord 4 mg Tablet can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in a tendon location such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb, call a doctor immediately. You should also refrain from exercising or using the afflicted region until a doctor gives you further instructions. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Edicord 4 mg Tablet:
The use of Etanercept with Edicord 4 mg Tablet can increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Etanercept and Edicord 4 mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Special Advise

  • In individuals taking high or immunosuppressive dosages of corticosteroids, the administration of live or live attenuated vaccinations is not recommended and may be contraindicated. Using inactivated viral or bacterial vaccinations with caution is advised.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Some anti-inflammatory compounds in ginger can relax membranes in the airways, reducing coughing.
  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The main cause of a cough is acid reflux. One of the easiest ways to treat this condition and reduce the cough that accompanies it is to avoid foods that can cause acid reflux.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Try to sleep 7-9 hours each night to stay fit and safe.
  • It is advised to avoid contacting known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc., and specific food items are known to cause allergy to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

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