Cordef 6 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cordef Information

Cordef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Secondary and off-label uses of Cordef have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cordef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cordef as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cordef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Cordef's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Cordef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cordef related warnings section.

Cordef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cordef in conditions like Diabetes. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cordef contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Cordef have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Cordef, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Cordef Benefits & Uses
Cordef Dosage & How to Take
Cordef Side Effects
Cordef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cordef with Other Drugs
Cordef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cordef
Cordef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cordef Benefits & Uses

Cordef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cordef Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 0.9 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cordef Related Warnings

Is the use of Cordef safe for pregnant women?

Cordef shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cordef safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cordef. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Cordef on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cordef. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cordef on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cordef. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cordef on the Heart?

Cordef may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cordef with Other Drugs

Cordef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketoconazole

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Leflunomide

Dexamethasone

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Moderate

Cordef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cordef unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Cordef

Is this Cordef habit forming or addictive?

Cordef is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cordef since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cordef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cordef in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cordef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cordef

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cordef together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cordef

Information about the interaction of Cordef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cordef

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Cordef is taken along with any one of these drugs which are bumetanide, ethacrynic acid, furosemide, and torsemide then it may lead to low potassium levels in the blood. Taking this medicine with one of these drugs can result in increased loss of potassium from your body. It is recommended to avoid these medicines if you are taking Cordef.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cordef more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Cordef have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Cordef?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Cordef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cordef contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Cordef belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid) which are used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions. They should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which some body-builders use, without prescription to build muscle mass.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cordef work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Cordef works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation (swelling). This results in reduced inflammation (swelling) and provides relief from the symptoms associated with the Duchenne muscular dystrophy.