Deflazacort is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Other than this, Deflazacort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Deflazacort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Deflazacort have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Deflazacort go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Deflazacort is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Deflazacort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Deflazacort related warnings section.
Deflazacort can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Deflazacort in conditions like Diabetes. Some other conditions that can be affected by Deflazacort are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Deflazacort may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Deflazacort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Deflazacort 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Deflazacort safe for pregnant women?
Deflazacort has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Deflazacort without medical advice.
Is the use of Deflazacort safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Deflazacort. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Deflazacort on the Kidneys?
Deflazacort 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 Deflazacort on the Liver?
Deflazacort can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Deflazacort on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Deflazacort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Deflazacort 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 Deflazacort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deflazacort habit forming or addictive?
Deflazacort does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Deflazacort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Deflazacort should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Deflazacort for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Deflazacort
There is no information on the effects of taking Deflazacort with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deflazacort
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Deflazacort with alcohol will be.
No, Deflazacort 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.
Deflazacort 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.
Yes, Deflazacort 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.
Yes, Deflazacort 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.
No, Deflazacort should not be discontinued without doctors advice. Sudden discontinuation can lead to withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
