Delzy is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Other than this, Delzy has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Delzy. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Delzy as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Delzy go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Delzy's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Delzy's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Delzy related warnings section.
Delzy can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Delzy in conditions like Diabetes. The section on Delzy contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Delzy may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Delzy, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Delzy is used to treat the following -
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Delzy is used -
Is the use of Delzy safe for pregnant women?
Delzy has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Delzy without medical advice.
SevereIs the use of Delzy safe during breastfeeding?
Delzy should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
SevereWhat is the effect of Delzy on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Delzy. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Delzy on the Liver?
Delzy may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Delzy on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Delzy. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
ModerateDelzy should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Ketoconazole
Carbamazepine
Rifampicin
Leflunomide
Dexamethasone
Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine
Metformin
Moxifloxacin
Gatifloxacin
Saxagliptin
Chlorthalidone
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Delzy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Delzy habit forming or addictive?
Delzy is not addictive in nature.
NoIs it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Delzy since it does not cause drowsiness.
SafeIs it safe?
Delzy is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Delzy for mental disorders.
NoInteraction between Food and Delzy
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Delzy and food will interact.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Delzy
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Delzy with alcohol will be.
UnknownYes, Delzy 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.
No, Delzy should not be discontinued without doctors advice. Sudden discontinuation can lead to withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Delzy 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.
Yes, Delzy causes stomach upset. It is a known side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause behind it is unknown. If you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine inform your doctor.
Take Delzy as long as this drug has been prescribed.