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Dezocort Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. The alternative uses of Dezocort Suspension have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Dezocort Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Dezocort Suspension have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dezocort Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Dezocort Suspension's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Dezocort Suspension related warnings talks about Dezocort Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dezocort Suspension is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dezocort Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Dezocort Suspension with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Dezocort Suspension is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Dezocort Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dezocort Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Dezocort can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dezocort Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Dezocort should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dezocort Suspension on the Kidneys?
Dezocort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dezocort Suspension on the Liver?
Dezocort may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dezocort Suspension on the Heart?
Dezocort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Dezocort Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dezocort Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dezocort Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Dezocort Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dezocort Suspension as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dezocort Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dezocort Suspension is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dezocort Suspension
There is no information on the effects of taking Dezocort Suspension with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dezocort Suspension
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dezocort Suspension with alcohol.
Dezocort comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function, hypertension and diabetes. Do no take deflazacort with grapefruit juice (chakotra). Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine which can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Dezocort have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.
Take Dezocort as long as this drug has been prescribed.
Ideally Dezocort can be taken with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.
Yes, Dezocort causes stomach upset. It is a known side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause behind it is unknown. If you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Emflaza™ (deflazacort)