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Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet 10's

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet 10's

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Composition

BUDESONIDE-9MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Ferring Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet is used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Crohn's disease is a chronic disease caused by the inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the large intestine and rectum.

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet contains 'Budesonide' that works by reducing the body's natural defence response. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the digestive tract. It may also decrease symptoms, such as pain and diarrhoea.

Your doctor will decide the duration of Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet include headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, bloating, tiredness, stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat, and back or joint pain. Most of these side effects of Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor in advance if you have any allergic reactions to Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet or any other medications. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system. Check with your doctor before starting Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet may cause dizziness; hence, avoid driving and alcohol intake while being treated with it. Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet should be used in children above eight years of age only when advised by a doctor.

Uses of Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet

Treatment of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis

Medicinal Benefits

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called 'glucocorticosteroids' used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet works by reducing the body's natural defence response. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the digestive tract. It may also decrease symptoms, such as pain and diarrhoea. It reduces irritation and swelling in the intestines.

Directions for Use

Swallow Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Bloating
  • Tiredness
  • Stuffy nose
  • Sneezing
  • Sore throat
  • Back or joint pain 

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you use any prescription, or non-prescription medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements, before using Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet . Let your doctor know if you have a recent history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system before starting Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet . Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet with proper consultation and caution. Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet may make you dizzy; hence drive or operate machinery only when you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet as it may worsen side effects. Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet is recommended in children above eight years of age only with a doctor's advice.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet may interact with anticancer drugs (aldesleukin), abortion-causing drugs (mifepristone), pain killers (aspirin, celecoxib, ibuprofen), and blood thinners (dabigatran, clopidogrel, warfarin).

Drug-Food Interaction: Grapefruit may interact with Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet and cause side effects. Hence, avoid grapefruit and its products.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Let your doctor know if you have heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system before starting Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALDESLEUKIN
  • MIFEPRISTONE
  • ASPIRIN
  • CELECOXIB
  • IBUPROFEN
  • DABIGATRAN
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage stress and sleep for at least six to eight hours to rejuvenate your body.

  • Maintain a fibre-rich diet and include healthy carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and whole grains to maintain your blood glucose levels.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Eat at regular intervals.

  • Keep a check on your weight and exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Crohn's disease: It is a chronic disease caused by the inflammation of the lining of the digestive tract. This further leads to abdominal pain, severe diarrhoea, anaemia, loss of appetite, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition. Crohn's disease can be local (affecting the intestines) and systemic (that affects the whole body). The risk factors may include age, genetic reasons, smoking, few medications, diet, and infection. Treatment includes painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and steroids. 

Ulcerative colitis: It is a condition that causes inflammation of the large intestine and rectum. It causes irritation, inflammation, and ulcers in the lining of the colon and rectum. Symptoms include rectal bleeding, abdominal cramps, bloody diarrhoea, loss of appetite, stomach pain, fever, weight loss, and bloating. Ulcerative colitis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks its own body. Treatment includes painkillers, surgery, anti-inflammatory drugs, dietary supplements, and steroids. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid taking alcohol while using Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet since it may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to conceive. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet may be excreted into the breast milk. Please consult your doctor before starting Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy. In such cases, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Caution

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases.

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Children

Caution

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet is recommended in children above eight years of age only with a doctor's advice.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

K-28/1, Additional Midc , Anand Nagar , Ambernath - 421506 , India
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FAQs

Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet is used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet works by reducing the body's natural defence response. Thus, it reduces inflammation in the digestive tract.
Ulcerative colitis can be triggered by fatty and greasy foods, spicy meals, high-sugar-containing foods, caffeine, alcohol, and carbonated beverages. Try an elimination diet by removing the foods you think might trigger your colitis.
Inform your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, stomach ulcer, and a weak immune system before taking Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet .
Do not stop taking Cortiment Mmx 9 mg Tablet even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. For the best advice, consult your doctor and do as recommended.

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