Corticosteroids
| S.No. | Dosage Form | Composition | Domestic Market | Export Market | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 250 | Tablets | Deflazacort 1/6/12/30 mg | Yes | Yes | |
| 251 | Tablets | Hydrocortisone 10/20 mg | Yes | Yes | |
| 252 | Tablets | Methylprednisolone 4/8/16 mg | Yes | Yes |
Corticosteroids
These are the drugs that mimic the adrenal hormones.
These are the synthetic analogues of the natural hormone.
They lower the immune activity. They are anti-inflammatory in nature.
These are available as
- • Oral tablets
- • Injections
- • Topical creams
What Are Corticosteroids Used for?
They suppress the immune system.
These are used in –
- • Autoimmune diseases
- • Allergic reactions
- • Asthma
- • Skin inflammation
- • Arthritis
- • Eczema
Working of Corticosteroid Drugs
The corticosteroids suppress the immune system.
It suppresses the inflammation.
They suppress the WBC. It reduces the reach of WBC to the inflammation site.
The Side Effects of Corticosteroid Drugs
Corticosteroids involve every organ of the body.
It causes multiple side effects.
The side effects depend upon the dose.
The long-term use also induces serious effects.
- • Weight gain around the face and the abdomen
- • High blood pressure
- • Fluid retention
- • High blood sugar
- • Increased risk of infections
- • Psychiatric issues
- • Bone loss
- • Skin changes
- • Cataract
- • Weakness
- • delayed wound healing
Why Do Corticosteroid Causes Moon Face or Buffalo Hump?
It indicates the long-term use of high doses.
It interrupts the body's metabolism.
It alters the body fat distribution.
It increases fat deposition in the central areas, around the shoulders or face.
The Commonly Used Corticosteroid Drugs
- • Prednisone
- • Hydrocortisone
- • Cortisone
- • Methylprednisolone
- • Dexamethasone
- • Fluticasone
Aprazer Healthcare – The Top Pharmaceutical Drug Manufacturers
Aprazer Healthcare is the leading Indian pharmaceutical company. We are the top drug manufacturers for immunosuppressant drugs.
We manufacture global standard drugs.
Adhering to the regulatory norms, we are a trusted pharmaceutical company worldwide.
Our product portfolio consists of a wide range of immunosuppressant agents.
Organ Transplant Medicines – As the leading nephrology drug manufacturers, Aparzer Healthcare manufactures world-class immunosuppressant medicines.
These are widely used for kidney transplants.
- • Mycophenolate Mofetil Tablets 500 mg- Myfocept-500
- • Tacrolimus Capsules IP 0.5 mg - Xgraf 0.5
Corticosteroids – Aprazer Healthcare manufactures a range of steroidal drugs.
- • Deflazacort tablets
- • Hydrocortisone tablets
- • Methylprednisolone tablets
Conclusion
Corticosteroids are used to treat innumerable complications of the body.
It should be used upon a doctor’s recommendation only.
It should not be stopped suddenly. It causes an abrupt loss of hormones in the body.
FAQ
What Are Steroids? Are They Corticosteroids?
• Corticosteroids – they reduce inflammation.
• Anabolic steroids – they build muscle mass.
Corticosteroids Increase Blood Sugar. Why?
• Corticosteroid causes an elevation in glucose levels.
• It should be used carefully in diabetics.
Corticosteroids Weaken the Bones. Why?
• It reduces the formation of new bone cells.
• It should be used carefully in old age people.
How Long to Use Corticosteroids?
• It leads to a severe decline in hormones.
Are Corticosteroids Safe /Unsafe to Use?
• They are used for short-term therapy.
• Lower doses are prescribed earlier.
• The long-term higher doses pose multiple side effects.
Why Do Corticosteroids Cause Many Side-effects?
• Cortisol regulates an array of body functions.
• Their binding receptors are found all across the body tissues.
