Defnalone 6 Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Deflazacort (6 mg)
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Defnalone 6 Tablet Information

Defnalone 6 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Defnalone 6 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Defnalone 6 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Defnalone 6 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Defnalone 6 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Defnalone 6 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Defnalone 6 Tablet related warnings talks about Defnalone 6 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Defnalone 6 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Defnalone 6 Tablet in conditions like Diabetes. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Defnalone 6 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Defnalone 6 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Defnalone 6 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Defnalone 6 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Defnalone 6 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Defnalone 6 Tablet 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

Defnalone 6 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Defnalone 6 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Defnalone has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Defnalone without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Defnalone 6 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Defnalone 6 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Defnalone 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 Defnalone 6 Tablet on the Liver?


    Defnalone 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 Defnalone 6 Tablet on the Heart?


    Defnalone 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


Defnalone 6 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Defnalone 6 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Defnalone 6 Tablet

  • Is this Defnalone 6 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Defnalone 6 Tablet is addictive.

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


    Defnalone 6 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Defnalone 6 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Defnalone 6 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Defnalone 6 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Defnalone 6 Tablet


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Defnalone 6 Tablet together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Defnalone 6 Tablet


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Defnalone 6 Tablet with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Defnalone 6 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Defnalone safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defnalone 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Defnalone contain steroids?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Defnalone 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Defnalone with Paracetamol?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Defnalone 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

How does Defnalone work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Defnalone 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

Can I take Defnalone without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

No, Defnalone 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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)

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