Defahit

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Defahit Information



Defahit Benefits & Uses

Defahit is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Defahit 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


Defahit Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Bone degradation
  • Bone Fracture

Moderate

  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Cataract
  • Depressed mood
  • Erythema

Mild

Defahit Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Defahit safe for pregnant women?


    Defahit 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 Defahit safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Defahit. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Defahit on the Liver?


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

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


    There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Defahit. 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.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Defahit with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Defahit Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Defahit

  • Is this Defahit habit forming or addictive?


    Defahit does not cause addiction.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Defahit since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Defahit only on doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Defahit for mental disorders.

    No

Defahit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Defahit


    There is no information on the effects of taking Defahit with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Defahit


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Defahit with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Defahit

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Defahit?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Ideally Defahit 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 over 4 years ago

Can Defahit raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Defahit can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, keep your doctor informed while taking this drug.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Defahit more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does [Medicne] cause low potassium?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, only if Defahit is taken along with any one of these drugs which are bumetanide, ethacrynic acid, furosemide, and torsemide then it may lead to low potassium levels in the blood. Taking this medicine with one of these drugs can result in increased loss of potassium from your body. It is recommended to avoid these medicines if you are taking Defahit.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Defahit cause weight gain?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defahit 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.



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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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