99% Savings - Buy Just @1 Rs X
Cordef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Secondary and off-label uses of Cordef have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cordef 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cordef as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cordef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cordef's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Cordef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cordef related warnings section.
Cordef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cordef in conditions like Diabetes. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cordef contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cordef have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cordef, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cordef 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 |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
Is the use of Cordef safe for pregnant women?
Cordef can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Cordef safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cordef may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cordef should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cordef on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cordef. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cordef on the Liver?
Cordef 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 Cordef on the Heart?
Cordef can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Cordef 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 Cordef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cordef habit forming or addictive?
Cordef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cordef as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cordef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cordef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cordef
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cordef together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cordef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cordef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, only if Cordef 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 Cordef.
Yes, Cordef have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.
Cordef 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.
Yes, Cordef belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid) which are used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions. They should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which some body-builders use, without prescription to build muscle mass.
Cordef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)