Zefcort 30 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zefcort Information

Zefcort, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. The alternative uses of Zefcort have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zefcort. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Zefcort have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zefcort 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zefcort is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Zefcort related warnings talks about Zefcort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Zefcort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. The section on Zefcort contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Zefcort may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Zefcort is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Zefcort Benefits & Uses

Zefcort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zefcort 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

Zefcort Side Effects

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

Severe

Bone degradation
Bone Fracture

Moderate

Electrolyte imbalance
Cataract
Depressed mood
Erythema

Mild

Headache
Acne
Nausea or vomiting

Zefcort Related Warnings

Is the use of Zefcort safe for pregnant women?

Zefcort 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 Zefcort safe during breastfeeding?

Zefcort may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Zefcort on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Zefcort on the Liver?

Zefcort 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 Zefcort on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Zefcort with Other Drugs

Zefcort 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

Zefcort Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Zefcort

Is this Zefcort habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zefcort has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Zefcort since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Zefcort should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Zefcort is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zefcort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zefcort

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefcort

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zefcort

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Zefcort cause stomach upset?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zefcort causes stomach upset. It is a known side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause behind it is unknown. If you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Zefcort?

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

Zefcort 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I take Zefcort without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Zefcort 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 over 5 years ago

Is Zefcort more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zefcort contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Zefcort 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.