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

Defcon Benefits & Uses

Defcon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Defcon 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

Defcon Related Warnings

Is the use of Defcon safe for pregnant women?

Defcon has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Defcon without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Defcon safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Defcon. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Defcon on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Defcon. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Defcon on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Defcon on the Heart?

Defcon 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Defcon with Other Drugs

Defcon 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

Defcon Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Defcon

Is this Defcon habit forming or addictive?

Defcon is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Defcon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Defcon is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Defcon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Defcon

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Defcon

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Defcon

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Defcon on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Defcon 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Defcon without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Defcon 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 5 years ago

Is Defcon safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defcon 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Defcon more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Defcon?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Defcon 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.