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Defahit Benefits & Uses

Defahit is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Defahit 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

Defahit Related Warnings

Is the use of Defahit safe for pregnant women?

Defahit has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Defahit without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Defahit safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Defahit. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Defahit on the Kidneys?

Defahit can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Defahit on the Liver?

Defahit can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Defahit on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Defahit. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Defahit with Other Drugs

Defahit 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

Defahit Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Defahit

Is this Defahit habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Defahit.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Defahit only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Defahit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Defahit

There is no information on the effects of taking Defahit with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Defahit

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Defahit.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Defahit

Question almost 6 years ago

When to take Defahit?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Ideally Defahit 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Defahit raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Defahit can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, keep your doctor informed while taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Defahit more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Defahit 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 Defahit.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Defahit cause weight gain?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defahit may cause weight gain in some cases. This may be caused due to increased appetite and fluid retention in patients taking this medicine. You are recommended to adopt a healthy lifestyle which includes a balanced diet along with 30 mins of physical workout. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight gain after taking this medicine do inform your doctor right away.