Product Description
DESCRIPTION:
TORCORT-6 MG is a corticosteroid medication that helps to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
PACKING:
10 x 10 Tablets
COMPOSITION:
Each uncoated tablet contains:
| Deflazacort | 6 mg |
| Excipients | q.s |
MECHANISM OF ACTION:
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self-damage to the body by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).
INDICATIONS:
For the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients 5 years of age and older
DOSAGE:
As directed by the physician.
CONTRA-INDICATIONS:
Deflazacort tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to deflazacort or to any of the inactive ingredients.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Increased appetite, Weight gain, Abdominal pain, Mood changes, Cushingoid syndrome, Excessive hair growth on face, Central obesity, Polyuria, Constipation, Irritability, Fever, Back pain, Erythema (skin redness), Rash, Nausea, Nosebleeds, Stretch marks.
STORAGE:
Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from light.
PRESENTATION:
10 Tablets
BARCODE:
MANUFACTURED BY:
TORQUE PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD.
13B-14, EPIP-1, Jharmajri, H.P.- 173 205
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