Cortimax Suspension 30ml

Cortimax Suspension is used for managing the following conditions:

• Severe asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

• Rheumatoid arthritis and other related disorders

• Juvenile idiopathic arthritis

• Severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis

• Inflammatory skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis

• Inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

• Certain blood disorders and cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma

• Cerebral edema linked to brain tumours or head injury

• Prevention of organ transplant rejection and graft-versus-host disease

Follow these steps when giving your child Cortimax Suspension:

• Shake the bottle well before using.

• Use a spoon or cup to measure the exact amount recommended by the doctor.

• Give the medicine orally to your child with food or milk to avoid stomach upset.

• Ensure you give the medicine for the full duration as advised by the doctor. If there's any confusion, consult your doctor for further instructions.

• This medicine is sugar-based and needs caution for use in diabetic patients. If your child has diabetes, consult your doctor before giving this medicine.

Cortimax Suspension is given orally.

Cortimax Suspension contains deflazacort (6 mg), which functions in several ways:

• Inhibition of Inflammatory Mediators: Deflazacort works by blocking substances called prostaglandins and leukotrienes that cause inflammation in your child's body.

• Suppression of Immune System: The medicine reduces the production of T-lymphocytes, decreases the synthesis of immunoglobulin, and impairs a process called complement system activation. These actions collectively suppress cell-mediated and humoral immune responses, helping control autoimmune disorders in your child.

• Alteration of Gene Expression: Deflazacort binds to specific receptors in cells called glucocorticoid receptors. These receptors then move into the cell nucleus where they alter gene expression; they increase the production of anti-inflammatory proteins and decrease proinflammatory proteins at a fundamental level known as transcription.

  In essence, deflazacort reduces inflammation, suppresses overactive immune responses, and modifies the expression of inflammation-related genes in your child's body.

• Store Cortimax Suspension at room temperature, ideally between 15°-30°C.

• Keep it away from direct sunlight and do not expose it to freezing temperatures.

• Seal the bottle tightly after use to prevent exposure to air.

• Ensure the medicine is kept out of reach of children.

• If your child is managing a condition like rheumatoid arthritis with Cortimax Suspension, encourage them to engage in low-impact exercises such as swimming or cycling. These activities can help strengthen their muscles without putting too much strain on their joints.

• For children dealing with inflammatory bowel diseases, a diet low in fat and high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains may help manage symptoms. Always consult with your doctor for specific dietary recommendations.