Dezax: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dezax Benefits & Uses

Dezax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Dezax 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

Dezax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dezax is used -

Severe

Bone degradation
Bone Fracture

Moderate

Electrolyte imbalance
Cataract
Depressed mood
Erythema

Mild

Headache
Acne
Nausea or vomiting

Dezax Related Warnings

Is the use of Dezax safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dezax. If you are pregnant, do not take Dezax without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dezax safe during breastfeeding?

Dezax should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Dezax on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Dezax. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dezax on the Liver?

Dezax 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dezax on the Heart?

Dezax 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Dezax with Other Drugs

Dezax 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

Dezax Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Dezax

Is this Dezax habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dezax is addictive.

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

Dezax does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dezax only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Dezax is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dezax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dezax

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dezax, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dezax

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dezax

Question about 6 years ago

What is Dezax?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Dezax is a brand name of deflazacort. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid). It is used for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy which is a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly in adults and in children 5 years of age and older.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Dezax work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Dezax 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dezax raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Dezax 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I take Dezax without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Dezax is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it suppresses the immune system that causes low immunity. Low immunity can further lead to multiple infections of bacterial and viral origins.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Dezax?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Dezax 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.