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Deflazacort

डेफ्लाज़ाकॉर्ट

What it is

Deflazacort is a medicine that reduces inflammation and changes how the immune system works. You need a prescription to buy it in India.

What it is used for

Deflazacort is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It helps by reducing inflammation and changing how the immune system works.

  • Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)

How it works

Deflazacort works by reducing inflammation and changing how the immune system works in the body. This helps to manage the symptoms of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

How it is sold in India

In India Deflazacort comes as tablets, suspension and syrup.

Common side effects

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Who should not take it

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Questions people ask

Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor before taking Deflazacort if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Can I take it with my other medicines?

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the medications, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.

Is it safe if I have liver or kidney trouble?

Tell your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or other serious health conditions before taking Deflazacort.

Does it make you sleepy?

Deflazacort may cause drowsiness, so be cautious when driving or operating machinery.

Can it upset or damage my stomach?

Deflazacort may cause upset stomach, so take it with food if needed.

Brand names

2045 medicines sold in India contain Deflazacort.

Brands sold in India include Rancort, Defshield, Deflaz, Deflazen, Enzocort, Defnalone, Advacort, Defac. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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