Flazacot: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Name: Flazacot 6 Tablet
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Flazacot Benefits & Uses

Flazacot is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Flazacot 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

Flazacot Related Warnings

Is the use of Flazacot safe for pregnant women?

Flazacot 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 Flazacot safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Flazacot. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Flazacot on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Flazacot. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flazacot on the Liver?

Flazacot 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flazacot on the Heart?

Flazacot 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Flazacot with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketoconazole

Carbamazepine

Rifampicin

Leflunomide

Dexamethasone

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Typhoid-Ty 21a Vaccine

Moderate

Flazacot Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Flazacot

Is this Flazacot habit forming or addictive?

Flazacot is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Flazacot since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Flazacot only on doctor's advice.

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

Flazacot is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Flazacot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flazacot

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Flazacot with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Flazacot

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flazacot with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flazacot

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Flazacot safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flazacot 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 about 5 years ago

Does Flazacot cause stomach upset?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flazacot 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Flazacot?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Take Flazacot as long as this drug has been prescribed.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Flazacot?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Flazacot 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 5 years ago

Can Flazacot raise blood sugar?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Flazacot 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.