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Reg. Steriod medicines

2017-11-19 07:22:31
I am taking Deflazacort 6 as per advised by doctor because i have sciatica pain in my left leg. I have been advised to take the abovesaid Steriod for 2 week (3 tablets daily in first week and 2 tablets daily in second week). Is it right? Does Steriod effect our kidney/ liver or any part of body? Please let me know.
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Should be in moniterd manner then doesn't cause harm.

Answered2017-11-20 08:58:42

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