Defcort

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  • Contains / Salt: Deflazacort (6 mg)
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Defcort Information

Defcort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder are some of its major therapeutic uses. Defcort also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Defcort is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Defcort have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Defcort 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 is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Defcort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Defcort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diabetes are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Defcort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Defcort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Defcort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Defcort Benefits & Uses

Defcort is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Defcort 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

Defcort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Defcort safe for pregnant women?


    Defcort should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Defcort safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Defcort on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Defcort. 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 Defcort on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Defcort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Defcort only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Defcort on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Defcort. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Defcort with Other Drugs

Defcort should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Defcort Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Defcort

  • Is this Defcort habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Defcort has not been reported.

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


    Defcort will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Defcort 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?


    No, Defcort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Defcort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Defcort


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Defcort and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Defcort


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Defcort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Defcort

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Defcort?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Defcort can be taken with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Defcort with Paracetamol?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Defcort?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Defcort as long as this drug has been prescribed. 

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Defcort?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Defcort 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Defcort safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defcort 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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)

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