Mahacort DZ Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mahacort DZ Suspension Information

Mahacort DZ Suspension is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Mahacort DZ Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Mahacort DZ Suspension is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mahacort DZ Suspension as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mahacort DZ Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mahacort DZ Suspension is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Mahacort DZ Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mahacort DZ Suspension related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes must refrain from the use of Mahacort DZ Suspension since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mahacort DZ Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Mahacort DZ Suspension may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mahacort DZ Suspension is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Mahacort Dz Benefits & Uses
Mahacort Dz Dosage & How to Take
Mahacort Dz Side Effects
Mahacort Dz Related Warnings
Mahacort Dz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mahacort Dz
Mahacort Dz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mahacort DZ Suspension Benefits & Uses

Mahacort DZ Suspension is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Mahacort DZ Suspension 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

Mahacort DZ Suspension Related Warnings

Is the use of Mahacort DZ Suspension safe for pregnant women?

Mahacort Dz can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Mahacort DZ Suspension safe during breastfeeding?

Mahacort Dz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Mahacort DZ Suspension on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Mahacort Dz. 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 Mahacort DZ Suspension on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Mahacort Dz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mahacort DZ Suspension on the Heart?

Mahacort Dz 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

Mahacort DZ Suspension Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Mahacort DZ Suspension

Is this Mahacort DZ Suspension habit forming or addictive?

Mahacort DZ Suspension is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mahacort DZ Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Mahacort DZ Suspension is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Mahacort DZ Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Mahacort DZ Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mahacort DZ Suspension

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Mahacort DZ Suspension together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mahacort DZ Suspension

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mahacort DZ Suspension

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Mahacort Dz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Mahacort Dz 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Mahacort Dz?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Mahacort Dz 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

Does Mahacort Dz contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Mahacort Dz 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.

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Mahacort Dz?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Mahacort Dz can be taken with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food. However, you are recommended to take it as per doctor's instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Mahacort Dz?

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

Mahacort Dz 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.