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  3. Deflahit Tablet

Deflahit Tablet

  • Manufactured by: Galpha Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Deflazacort (6 mg)

Deflahit Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Galpha Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Deflazacort (6 mg)

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Deflahit Tablet Information

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.

  1. Deflahit Tablet Benefits & Uses
  2. Deflahit Tablet Dosage & How to Take
  3. Deflahit Tablet Side Effects
  4. Deflahit Tablet Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Deflahit Tablet with Other Drugs
  6. Deflahit Tablet Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Deflahit Tablet
  8. Deflahit Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Deflahit Tablet Benefits & Uses

Deflahit Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Allergy
  • Asthma
  • Rheumatic Disorder
  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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Deflahit Tablet 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

Deflahit Tablet Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Bone degradation
  • Bone Fracture

Moderate

  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Cataract
  • Depressed mood
  • Erythema

Mild

  • Headache
  • Acne
  • Nausea or vomiting

Deflahit Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Deflahit Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Deflahit Tablet 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 Deflahit Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Deflahit Tablet on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Deflahit Tablet. 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 Deflahit Tablet on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Deflahit Tablet. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Deflahit Tablet on the Heart?


    The heart 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 the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate

Severe Interaction of Deflahit Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole
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  • Danclear Cream
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  • Zocon KZ Shampoo
Carbamazepine
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  • Tegrital 200 Tablet
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Rifampicin
  • Akurit 4 Tablet
  • Forecox Tablet
  • R Cin 450 Capsule
  • R Cin 600 Capsule
Leflunomide
  • Lefno 20 Tablet
  • Lefno 10 Tablet
  • Lefra 20 Tablet
  • Lefumide 20 Tablet
Dexamethasone
  • Dexona Injection 2ml
  • Dexona Injection
  • Zynoff DX Eye/Ear Drop
  • Decdan 0.5 Mg Tablet
Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

    Moderate

    Metformin
    • Amaryl MV 2mg Tablet SR
    • Glimiprex MF 2/500 Tablet SR
    • Ziglim Plus 2 Tablet
    • Gluconorm PG 1 Tablet PR
    Moxifloxacin
    • Milflox 0.5% Eye Drop
    • Milflox 0.3% Eye Drop
    • Mofloren Eye Drop
    • Mofloren Eye Ointment
    Gatifloxacin
    • Zymaxid Ophthalmic Solution
    • Autogati Eye Drop
    • Zylopred Opthalmic Suspension
    • Lotegate Eye Drop
    Saxagliptin
    • Riax 5 Tablet
    • Kombiglyze XR 5mg/1000mg Tablet
    • Kombiglyze XR 5mg/500mg Tablet
    • Onglyza 5 Mg Tablet
    Chlorthalidone
    • Telpres CT 40/6.25 Tablet
    • Tsart Trio 12.5 Tablet
    • Tsart Trio 6.25 Tablet
    • Sartel Trio Tablet

    Deflahit Tablet Contraindications

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

    • Allergy
    • Diabetes
    • Heart Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Myasthenia Gravis

    Frequently asked Questions about Deflahit Tablet

    • Is this Deflahit Tablet habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Deflahit Tablet has not been reported.

      No
    • 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.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Deflahit Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


      No, Deflahit Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Deflahit Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Deflahit Tablet


      Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Deflahit Tablet together with food.

      Unknown
    • 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.

      Unknown

    Frequently asked Questions about Deflahit Tablet

    Question over 3 years ago

    What is Deflahit Tablet?

    Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

    Deflahit Tablet is a brand name of deflazacort. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid). It is used for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy which is a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly in adults and in children 5 years of age and older.

    Question almost 3 years ago

    Is Deflahit Tablet more effective than prednisolone in diabetic patients?

    Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

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

    Question about 3 years ago

    Is Deflahit Tablet safe to use?

    Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Deflahit Tablet 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 3 years ago

    How to take Deflahit Tablet?

    Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

    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.

    Question almost 3 years ago

    Can Deflahit Tablet raise blood sugar?

    Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

    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.


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    3 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)

    • 197 people have bought this recently
    • ₹119.8
    • 10 Tablet in 1 Strip
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