Auradex 4Mg Tablet
About Auradex 4Mg Tablet
Auradex 4Mg Tablet is used to treat chronic swelling, allergic, hematologic, neoplastic, and autoimmune diseases. This medication may also be used in the management of cerebral oedema, septic shock, as a diagnostic agent, and antiemetic.
Auradex 4Mg Tablet is a corticosteroid hormone which decreases your body's natural defensive response and reduces symptoms such as internal and external swelling and allergic-type reactions. It is associated with diseases like asthma, colitis, certain skin and eye conditions, arthritis, breathing problems, severe allergies, etc.
It is also used for other conditions like adrenal hormonal insufficiency, cerebral oedema, certain bowel disorders, certain types of anaemia and certain cancers. It is also used as a test for Cushing's syndrome.
Take Auradex 4Mg Tablet with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. The dosage and length of treatment are based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Your doctor may attempt to reduce your dose gradually to minimise side effects.
Symptoms of overdose include moon face, central obesity, hypertension, psychosis, hallucinations, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, peptic ulcer, increased susceptibility to infection, electrolyte and fluid imbalance.
When consumed in excessive quantities, systemic hypercorticism and adrenal suppression may occur; in those cases, discontinuation and withdrawal of the corticosteroid should be done judiciously.
To make sure Auradex 4Mg Tablet is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have a:
- Liver disease
- Kidney disease
- Thyroid disorder
- Congestive heart failure
- High blood pressure
- Ulcerative colitis
- Diverticulitis
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Thromboembolic disorders.
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to it, or if you have a fungal infection anywhere in your body. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have to take extra care for consuming Auradex 4Mg Tablet so follow all your doctor’s instructions.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Auradex 4Mg Tablet
Allergic Disorders
Severe Allergic Reaction
Cerebral Edema
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Auradex 4Mg Tablet ?
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to it or any other medicine belonging to the category of corticosteroids.
Systemic Fungal Infection
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a fungal infection affecting an internal organ/organs in the body.
Cerebral Malaria
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are suffering from a rare type of malaria that affects the brain.
Active Untreated Infection
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from any serious infection and is yet to receive any treatment for the same.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Auradex 4Mg Tablet ?
Nervousness
Increased Appetite
Hirsutism
Diabetes Mellitus
Arthralgia
Acne
Altered Bone Growth
Skin Scar
Bone Degradation
Muscle Disorders
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Auradex 4Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Auradex 4Mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Auradex 4Mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Auradex 4Mg Tablet may cause dizziness (vertigo). Changes in your eyesight or muscle weakness may also happen. This may affect your driving ability.Does this affect kidney function?
Auradex 4Mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Auradex 4Mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking Auradex 4Mg Tablet.Does this affect liver function?
Auradex 4Mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Auradex 4Mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
How long is the duration of effect?
This medicine will remain active for about 72 hours after its ingestion.
What is the onset of action?
This medicine produces its action within 1-2 hours after its administration.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Auradex 4Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Auradex 4Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Dexam 4Mg Tablet
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- Decmax 4Mg Tablet
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- Decmax 4Mg Tablet
Get Well Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
Contact your doctor for instructions if you missed a scheduled dose of this medicine. A self-attempt to make up for the lost dose may result in adverse effects.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine for is suspected especially when the prescribed dose is very high. Symptoms may include thinning of the skin, easy bruising and bleeding, body fat deposits etc.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Where is the Auradex 4Mg Tablet approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication is a synthetic corticosteroid that enters the cells through passive diffusion and binds to glucocorticoid receptors, forming a complex. This complex undergoes activation, enters the cell nucleus and binds to the DNA. This induces the natural effects of biological hormones.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Auradex 4Mg Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Medicine
- It interacts with CYP3A3/4 enzyme substrate; CYP3A3/4 enzyme inducer; CYP3A3/4 enzyme inhibitors.
- It may also interact with clarithromycin, itraconazole, chlorthalidone clotrimazole, cilnidipine, carbamazepine, repaglinide, indapamide, S-amlodipine, lercanidipine glipizide, Bacillus Calmette-Guerin high strength, rosiglitazone, azithromycin.
Interaction with Food
FAQs about Auradex 4Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Auradex 4Mg Tablet?
Ans : Auradex 4Mg Tablet is a corticosteroid in nature. It has anti-inflammatory effect and helps in curing the various diseases.
Ques : Does Auradex 4Mg Tablet increase the blood sugar level?
Ans : Yes, Auradex 4Mg Tablet causes an increase in the blood sugar level of the patient. It causes an increase in glucose production and decrease the effect of insulin. Therefore, diabetic patients must consult a doctor before taking this medication.
Ques : Does taking Auradex 4Mg Tabletincrease my weight?
Ans : Yes, long term use of Auradex 4Mg Tablet lead to weight gain due to the side effects caused by this medicine. It causes increase in appetite and fluid retention that leads to increase the weight.
Ques : Is it safe to take Auradex 4Mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Ans : No harmful interaction between these two have been reported. Thus it is safe to take Auradex 4Mg Tablet with paracetamol.
Ques : What dietary instructions should be followed during the course of the treatment?
Ans : The doctor may allow you to take a low-sodium, potassium-rich and high-protein diet. In order to avoid upset stomach, always take Auradex 4Mg Tablet with food or milk.
Ques : Is Auradex 4Mg Tablet a steroid?
Ans : Yes, the medicine belongs to the category of steroids and prevents the release of a substance that causes inflammations. Hence, it is used of allergic disorders, ulcerative colitis, psoriasis and lupus.
Ques : Should Auradex 4Mg Tablet be taken before or after the food?
Ans : Auradex 4Mg Tablet can be taken with meals or after meals.
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