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Flamek is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Flamek depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Flamek 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 Flamek is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flamek safe for pregnant women?
Flamek shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Flamek safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Flamek. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flamek on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Flamek. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Flamek on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Flamek. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Flamek only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flamek on the Heart?
Flamek may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Flamek 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 Flamek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flamek habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Flamek.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Flamek will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Flamek is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flamek in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flamek
There is no information on the effects of taking Flamek with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flamek
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flamek.
Yes, Flamek 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.
Flamek 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.
Yes, only if Flamek 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 Flamek.
Flamek 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.
Yes, Flamek 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
