Depomax S 40mg Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Biomax Laboratories
Active Ingredient	Prednisolone (40mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class	Glucocorticoids
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	452

FAQ

Depomax S 40mg Injection Reviews

Depomax S 40mg is a steroid. It is used to treat a wide variety of medical conditions such as severe allergic reactions, allergic conditions, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin and eye disorders, and nephrotic syndrome. It suppresses the immune system and provides relief from inflammation.

Depomax S 40mg is generally given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection at home. To get the most benefit, get this injection at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days.

The most common side effects of this medicine include mood changes, upset stomach, and pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea.

How Depomax S 40mg Injection Works

Depomax S 40mg is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

How to Use Depomax S 40mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Depomax S 40mg Injection

In Treatment of Eye disorders: Depomax S 40mg helps relieve symptoms of eye infections such as redness, swelling, itching and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after a week, talk to your doctor.
In Treatment of Skin disorders: Depomax S 40mg prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions of the skin such as eczema, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
In Treatment of Nephrotic syndrome: Nephrotic syndrome is a kidney disorder that causes your body to pass too much protein in your urine accompanied with excessive swelling over various parts of the body such as around the eyes and in the feet and ankles. Depomax S 40mg works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation and swelling that occur in nephrotic syndrome. It reduces the protein in the urine and also helps in getting rid of the extra fluid, thereby relieving the swelling over different parts of the body. This helps to restore the normal kidney function and prevents further damage to the kidneys.
In Treatment of Rheumatic disorder: Depomax S 40mg prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis and conditions which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.This medicine should always be taken as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Depomax S 40mg prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Treatment of Severe allergic reactions: Depomax S 40mg is a corticosteroid. In addition to the many other benefits, it can be used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions. This medicine works by reducing the inflammation associated with allergies. It is a highly effective medicine. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor to get most benefit from it.

Uses of Depomax S 40mg Injection

Treatment of Rheumatic disorder
Treatment of Nephrotic syndrome
Treatment of Skin disorders
Treatment of Eye disorders
Treatment of Severe allergic reactions
Treatment of Allergic conditions

Depomax S 40mg Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Depomax S 40mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Depomax S 40mg is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any kidney disease as careful dose selection and regular monitoring of kidney function tests are advised while you are taking this medicine.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Depomax S 40mg may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Depomax S 40mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^CAUTION

Depomax S 40mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Depomax S 40mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Depomax S 40mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Depomax S 40mg is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Quick Tips

Do not stop taking Depomax S 40mg suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Depomax S 40mg can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Depomax S 40mg helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Depomax S 40mg. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.

References

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