DEFLAZACORT 6 mg

DEFLAZACORT 6 mg

Deflazacort is used in the treatment of Duchene muscular dystrophy in adults and children over 2 years of age. Autoimmune disease is a condition where the immune system fails to work normally & can’t differentiate between a foreign cell & a native cell. This condition leads to medical problems like Duchenne muscular dystrophy due to an immune system that attacks native cells & organs.

Deflazacort is an immunosuppressant. It does this by binding to cells in the immune system and releasing abnormal or harmful metabolites. Deflazacort binds to immune cells, causing inhibition of inflammation & autoimmune diseases caused by cytokines responsible for inflammation. Thus, the drug class Deflazacort is useful in all cases of autoimmune disease & inflammation that damages organ types, especially joints in arthritis & skin in psoriasis. Deflazacort makes organ transplants possible and treats neurological disorders such as Duchenne’s arthritis.

How Does Deflazacort Medicine Work?

Deflazacort is a corticosteroid medicine. It helps to boost the level of glucocorticoid in the body and acts by reducing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self-damage to the body by the immune system.

What is the use of Deflazacort medicine?

Deflazacort has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is used to treat allergies, anaphylaxis, asthma, rashes, inflammatory skin diseases, and autoimmune diseases (infections that occur when your immune system attacks the body and actually damages the body). The drug also helps transplant patients because it suppresses the immune system so the body does not reject the organ.

Benefits of Deflazacort Suspension

• Asthma
• Ulcerative colitis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Severe allergy & inflammation
• Inflammatory skin conditions
• Steroid-responsive conditions.

Side Effects 

• Increased appetite 
• Weight gain 
• Abdominal pain
• Mood changes 
• Cushingoid syndrome 
• Central obesity
• Polyuria
• Constipation 
• Irritability 
• Fever and Back pain 
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Rash 
• Nausea 
• Nosebleeds 

Precautions 

• Deflazacort is an immunosuppressive medication used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of chronic diseases, and other conditions that reduce inflammation.
• Do not use this suspension more often or for longer than consulted by your doctor.
• Take it with food to save yourself from an upset stomach.
• Deflazacort can weaken your immune system and make you more susceptible to infections. Inform your doctor if you have symptoms of infection, such as fever or sore throat.
• Side effects of mood changes or stomach problems can occur when starting Deflazacort. Inform your doctor if this troubles you.
• Do not stop the use of Deflazacort without your doctor’s consent as withdrawal may lead to worsening symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

Q. Is Deflazacort a steroid?

Yes, Deflazacort is a steroid medication also referred to as glucocorticoids that occurs naturally in the body. The glucocorticoids assist in maintaining health and well-being. Deflazacort increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body that aid in the treatment of different diseases characterized by inflammation, which include redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling.

Q. In which conditions should I avoid using Deflazacort?

Do not use Deflazacort medicine if you have received live vaccines of mumps, measles, polio, rotavirus, rubella (MMR), yellow fever, nasal flu (influenza), varicella (chickenpox), typhoid, and zoster (shingles). Avoid taking Deflazacort if you have a weak immune system, eye issues, or weak bones.

Q. Can Deflazacort be used in seasonal flu for treating chest congestion?

No, it is not advisable to be used in the case of seasonal allergies or mild cases. Only through consultation with a doctor can Deflazacort be used in extreme cases of seasonal allergy.