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Flazacor is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Flazacor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Flazacor 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 Flazacor safe for pregnant women?
Flazacor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Flazacor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Flazacor. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Flazacor on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Flazacor. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flazacor on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Flazacor. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Flazacor on the Heart?
Flazacor 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.
Flazacor 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 Flazacor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flazacor habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flazacor has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Flazacor since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Flazacor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flazacor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flazacor
There is no information on the effects of taking Flazacor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flazacor
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flazacor with alcohol will be.
Yes, only if Flazacor 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 Flazacor.
Take Flazacor as long as this drug has been prescribed.
Yes, Flazacor can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort do discuss with your doctor.
Flazacor 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, Flazacor is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are joint pain, dizziness, stomach upset, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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)