Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension

Quick info

Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine used to treat various conditions in children, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. Its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties give it the ability to treat a wide range of conditions in children. It is also one of the primary medicines used for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in infants and children.

How it works

Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine that acts like the body's natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. It decreases the formation of chemical substances involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication, and also suppresses the immune system.

Direction of use

Prefer giving Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Avoid giving antacids along with Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension and antacids.

Tips

• Prefer giving Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension with food
• Avoid giving antacids along with Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension
• Leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension and antacids
• Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor
• Cortwel 6mg Oral Suspension can make it harder for your child to fight off infections