Monocortil D30: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Monocortil D30 Information

Monocortil D30 is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Monocortil D30 also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Monocortil D30. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Monocortil D30 have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Monocortil D30 normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Monocortil D30 has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Monocortil D30 has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Monocortil D30 related warnings section.

Monocortil D30 is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. The section on Monocortil D30 contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Monocortil D30 may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Monocortil D30 is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Monocortil D30 Benefits & Uses
Monocortil D30 Dosage & How to Take
Monocortil D30 Side Effects
Monocortil D30 Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Monocortil D30 with Other Drugs
Monocortil D30 Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Monocortil D30
Monocortil D30 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Monocortil D30 Benefits & Uses

Monocortil D30 is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Monocortil D30 Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Monocortil D30 Related Warnings

Is the use of Monocortil D30 safe for pregnant women?

Monocortil D30 shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Monocortil D30 safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Monocortil D30 may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Monocortil D30 should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Monocortil D30 on the Kidneys?

Monocortil D30 may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Monocortil D30 on the Liver?

Monocortil D30 may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Monocortil D30 on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Monocortil D30. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Monocortil D30 with Other Drugs

Monocortil D30 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Leflunomide

Dexamethasone

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Moderate

Monocortil D30 Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monocortil D30 unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Monocortil D30

Is this Monocortil D30 habit forming or addictive?

Monocortil D30 does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Monocortil D30 does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Monocortil D30 should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Monocortil D30 is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Monocortil D30 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monocortil D30

There is no information on the effects of taking Monocortil D30 with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Monocortil D30

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Monocortil D30 with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Monocortil D30

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Monocortil D30 with Paracetamol?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Monocortil D30 can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort do discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Monocortil D30?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Monocortil D30 as long as this drug has been prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

When to take Monocortil D30?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Monocortil D30 can be taken with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Monocortil D30?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Monocortil D30 comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function, hypertension and diabetes. Do no take deflazacort with grapefruit juice (chakotra). Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine which can lead to very unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Monocortil D30?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Monocortil D30 is a brand name of deflazacort. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid). It is used for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy which is a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly in adults and in children 5 years of age and older.