Defstead 6 Mg Tablet

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Defstead 6 Mg Tablet

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Defstead 6 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Defstead 6 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Defstead 6 Mg Tablet 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

Defstead 6 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Defstead 6 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Defstead 6 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Defstead 6 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Defstead. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Defstead 6 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Defstead. 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 Defstead 6 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Defstead 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


Defstead 6 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Defstead 6 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Defstead 6 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Defstead 6 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Defstead 6 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Defstead 6 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Defstead 6 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

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


    No, Defstead 6 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Defstead 6 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Defstead 6 Mg Tablet


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Defstead 6 Mg Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Defstead 6 Mg Tablet


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Defstead 6 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Defstead 6 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Defstead contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Defstead 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 over 5 years ago

Does Defstead cause weight gain?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defstead 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Defstead 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 Defstead.

Question almost 6 years ago

When to take Defstead?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Defstead 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 Defstead raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Defstead 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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