Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.

Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is a chemical that can stop inflammation

Uses of Cypasol Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Cypasol Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatories and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and conditions that affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.

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.

Side effects of Cypasol Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cypasol

Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach

How to use Cypasol Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet with dietary sodium.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet 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 stop taking Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

FAQs

How does Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet work?

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.

Is Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet safe to use?

Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.

Does Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet cause hair loss?

No, Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet.

Does Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet.

Is Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet over the counter medicine?

No, Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Is Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet a steroid?

Yes, Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.

What if I forget to take a dose of Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Cypasol 0.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

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