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Deflahit Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Deflahit Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Deflahit Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Deflahit Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Deflahit Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Deflahit Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Deflahit Tablet related warnings talks about Deflahit Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Deflahit Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Deflahit Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Deflahit Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Deflahit Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Deflahit Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Deflahit Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Deflahit Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Deflahit Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Deflahit Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Deflahit Tablet should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Deflahit Tablet on the Kidneys?
Deflahit Tablet 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 Deflahit Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Deflahit Tablet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Deflahit Tablet only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Deflahit Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Deflahit Tablet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Deflahit Tablet 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 Deflahit Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deflahit Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Deflahit Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Deflahit Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Deflahit Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Deflahit Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Deflahit Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Deflahit Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deflahit Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deflahit Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Deflahit Tablet 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.
Deflahit Tablet 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.
No, Deflahit Tablet 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.
Take Deflahit Tablet as long as this drug has been prescribed.
Yes, only if Deflahit Tablet 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 Deflahit Tablet.
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)