: Coronavirus: Stop irrational use of steroids, says Centre as black fungus cases continue to rise #IndiaNEWS The Centre on Saturday urged health professionals to stop the irrational use of steroids

Coronavirus: Stop irrational use of steroids, says Centre as black fungus cases continue to rise #IndiaNEWS
The Centre on Saturday urged health professionals to stop the irrational use of steroids for treating coronavirus patients, and said that it was contributing to the increase in cases of mucormycosis or black fungus. At the Centre’s press briefing on the coronavirus, NITI Aayog member (health) Dr VK Paul said administering steroids before time, more than the required amount and without need, is not appropriate. He added that black fungus has taken the form of an outbreak. “Steroids are wonder drugs that can help save lives, but their irrational use can cause harm,??? Paul said. “It can complicate diabetes. It is our responsibility to ensure that the outbreak doesn’t spread and cause more harm. We can save ourselves from this disease.???Lav Agarwal, the joint secretary in the Union health ministry, said at the briefing that the Centre was trying to scale up the production of Amphotericin-B, the drug used to treat the fungal infection. “Five additional manufacturers given license to produce the drug within the country,??? he added. Also read:Interview: Indiscriminate use of steroids has led to the surge in black fungus cases in IndiaBlack fungus is caused by a fungus named mucor, which is found on wet surfaces. The symptoms of the infection include headache, fever, pain...Read more

Stock Market NEWS Best intraday tips Intraday Stocks below 100