Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml related warnings section.
Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml safe for pregnant women?
Defcort can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml safe during breastfeeding?
Defcort may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml on the Kidneys?
Defcort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Defcort. 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.
What is the effect of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Defcort. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml 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 Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml habit forming or addictive?
Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Defcort Oral Suspension 30ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Defcort 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.
Yes, Defcort 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.
Yes, Defcort 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.
Defcort 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.
Defcort 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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)