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Denzocort Information

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

The optimal dosage of Denzocort 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.

While these are the most often observed Denzocort side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Denzocort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Denzocort has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Denzocort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Denzocort can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Denzocort in conditions like Diabetes. Some other conditions that can be affected by Denzocort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Denzocort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Denzocort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Denzocort Benefits & Uses
Denzocort Dosage & How to Take
Denzocort Side Effects
Denzocort Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Denzocort with Other Drugs
Denzocort Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Denzocort
Denzocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Denzocort Benefits & Uses

Denzocort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Denzocort 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

Denzocort Related Warnings

Is the use of Denzocort safe for pregnant women?

Denzocort should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Denzocort safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Denzocort on the Kidneys?

Denzocort may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Denzocort on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Denzocort on the Heart?

Denzocort can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Denzocort with Other Drugs

Denzocort 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

Denzocort Contraindications

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

Allergy
Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Denzocort

Is this Denzocort habit forming or addictive?

Denzocort 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 Denzocort since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Denzocort is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Denzocort is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Denzocort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Denzocort

There is no information on the effects of taking Denzocort with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Denzocort

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Denzocort with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Denzocort

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Denzocort with Paracetamol?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Denzocort 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Denzocort?

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

Denzocort 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 5 years ago

Does Denzocort contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Denzocort 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

How does Denzocort work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Denzocort 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.

Question about 5 years ago

When to take Denzocort?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Ideally Denzocort 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.