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compositionComposition:DEFLAZACORT-6MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Defcort Suspension 60 ml

Defcort Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in children above 2 years of age. It contains deflazacort, which inhibits the production of chemicals called cytokines responsible for inflammation. Some children may experience side effects such as nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea, and fast heartbeats. Before giving this medicine, tell your doctor if your child is allergic to any of its components.

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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

DEFLAZACORT-6MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ideal Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Defcort Suspension

Defcort Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD, a genetic disorder that causes muscles to weaken) in children over two years of age. DMD is a hereditary condition that causes gradual muscle weakness, usually in boys.

Defcort Suspension contains Deflazacort, an immunosuppressive drug that works by reducing inflammation (swelling) and altering the immune system's function.

Some children may experience nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea, and fast heartbeats. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your child's doctor.

Before you start giving Defcort Suspension, please inform your doctor if your child is allergic (hypersensitive) to Defcort Suspension. Extra care is to be taken when a child has an already existing infection being treated (systemic infection) or has recently had some live virus vaccines.

Uses of Defcort Suspension

Defcort Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The detailed uses of Defcort Suspension are as follows:

  • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD): Defcort Suspension helps improve muscle strength and slow disease progression.
  • Autoimmune diseases: Defcort Suspension is used to suppress the immune system in conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Inflammatory conditions: Defcort Suspension treats asthma, allergies, and joint/muscle disorders.

Key Benefits

  • Defcort Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a rare hereditary muscular disease that primarily affects children and young adults.
  • It treats autoimmune diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and eczema.
  • It reduces the immune system's reactivity to these ailments, lessening symptoms, including pain, swelling, itching, and other allergic reactions.
  • It makes organ transplantation possible and treats muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
Side effects of Defcort Suspension 60 ml
  • Eat a balanced diet containing enough proteins, fibre, healthy fats, vegetables and fruits.
  • Get quality sleep for about 7-9 hours.
  • Try to manage stress with meditation or yoga.
  • Drink enough water.
  • Exercise regularly as it helps regulate appetite.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Upper respiratory tract infection:
  • Inform your doctor about the symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to help loosen and clear mucus from your nose, throat, and airways.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Cough:
  • Tell your doctor about the cough symptoms you're experiencing, which may be triggered by your medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your cough symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, tea, or soup, to help thin out mucus and soothe your throat.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your cough persists or worsens, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • Drink six to eight glasses of water per day to be healthy.
  • Healthy urinary habits can help minimize pollakiuria (frequent urinating).
  • Avoid liquids containing caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and soda, as they might cause bladder discomfort.
  • Add bladder-friendly foods such as omega-3 fatty acids, blueberries, and cranberries.
  • Regular cleansing will help get rid of dead skin cells and stop ingrown hairs.
  • Keep your hormones in balance by managing your stress, eating well and exercising regularly.
  • Shaving, waxing, and bleaching are ways to get rid of extra hair.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Common Cold:
  • Inform your doctor about the common cold symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as warm water or soup, to help thin out mucus.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Directions for Use

  • Defcort Suspension can be given with or without food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration of the medication.
  • Shake well before use. Administer the advised dose to the child using the measuring cup/measuring spoon/dropper.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

How Defcort Suspension Works

Defcort Suspension contains Deflazacort, an immunosuppressive drug that works by reducing inflammation (swelling) and altering the immune system's function. As a result, Defcort Suspension helps alleviate autoimmune disorders and inflammation that damage various organs, particularly the joints, in conditions such as psoriasis and arthritis.
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Caution

Blood levels of Defcort Suspension may rise in children with hepatic impairment. Consequently, it is essential to closely monitor and modify the deflazacort dosage to the lowest adequate level.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. If your child has kidney problems, inform the doctor beforehand.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Defcort Suspension is safe if prescribed by your doctor. However, please consult your doctor before giving Defcort Suspension to your child. Defcort Suspension is not recommended for children below 2 years of age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

If your child has any heart disease, please consult a doctor before giving Defcort Suspension.

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Geriatrics

Not applicable

Defcort Suspension is for paediatric patients only.

What if I have taken an overdose of Defcort Suspension

Do not give more than the recommended dose to your child, as it might cause severe side effects. Seek immediate medical attention if your child experiences any unusual symptoms.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Your child needs to practice good hygiene and avoid places and people believed to be a cause of infection. This drug affects a child's immune system, so proper care must be taken.
  • Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Defcort Suspension, as it may interact with the medication.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Defcort Suspension to start to work: The effect of Defcort Suspension can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration.
  • The time for which the effects of Defcort Suspension last: Defcort Suspension effects lasts for approximately 12 to 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Defcort Suspension

If you miss giving a dose to the child, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and administer the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Defcort Suspension out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Inform your doctor if your child with a history of tuberculosis (TB), heart disease or heart failure, stomach disorders (gastritis, peptic ulcer), diabetes (including family history), osteoporosis (bone disease), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), depression, mental distress, history of muscular problems caused by corticosteroids, kidney and liver dysfunction (including hepatic insufficiency and cirrhosis).
  • Keep the children away from people who are sick.
  • Avoid live vaccines 4-6 weeks before starting Defcort Suspension to prevent harmful reactions.
  • Do not quit giving deflazacort without consulting your doctor. Symptoms such as loss of appetite, a disturbed stomach, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, joint and muscle pain, peeling skin, and weight loss may be caused by stopping the medication suddenly.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Defcort Suspension interacts with anti-tuberculosis (anti-TB) drugs (rifampicin, rifabutin), anti-seizure (phenobarbitone, phenytoin, pyrimidine) and antifungal drugs (ketoconazole).

Drug-Food interactions: It is not advised to be given with grapefruit or its juice.

Drug-Disease interactions: Care should be exercised when Defcort Suspension is administered in children with diabetes, cataracts, thyroid, blood pressure, kidney diseases, glaucoma, and herpes.

DeflazacortDesmopressin
Critical
DeflazacortCeritinib
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DeflazacortDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Defcort Suspension 60 ml and Desmopressin may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Although co- administration of Daflazacort with Desmopression can possibly lead to an interaction, it can be taken in case a doctor advices you. You should seek medical attention if you experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, lethargy, irritability, difficulty in concentrating, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, unsteadiness, decreased urination, or sudden weight gain. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Ceritinib with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ceritinib with Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortBaricitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Baricitinib with Defcort Suspension 60 ml may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Baricitinib can be taken with Defcort Suspension 60 ml if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, red or irritated skin, body sores, discomfort or burning while urinating, severe abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without a doctor's advice.
DeflazacortNafcillin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Taking Nafcillin with Defcort Suspension 60 ml may significantly reduce the blood levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml, which may make the medication less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Nafcillin and Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, consult your doctor if your condition worsens. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortBosentan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Taking Bosentan with Defcort Suspension 60 ml may significantly reduce the blood levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml, which may make the medication less effective in treating the condition.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Bosentan and Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
DeflazacortAdalimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Combining Adalimumab with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the risk of severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possibility of interaction between Defcort Suspension 60 ml and Adalimumab, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, a sore throat, muscle pain, or experiencing pain or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DeflazacortVerapamil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Verapamil with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml in the body. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Verapamil with Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like swelling, weight gain, electrolyte abnormalities, high blood pressure, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, depression, mood swings, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, cataracts, glaucoma, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist. contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Fosamprenavir with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Defcort Suspension 60 ml with Fosamprenavir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, mood swings, excessive growth of facial or body hair, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or shortness of breath, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortFluconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Fluconazole with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fluconazole with Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, excessive growth of facial or body hair, or sudden dizziness, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DeflazacortImatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Defcort Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Imatinib with Defcort Suspension 60 ml can increase the levels of Defcort Suspension 60 ml in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Imatinib with Defcort Suspension 60 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like muscle weakness, mood swings, acne, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, eye problems, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and increased body fat, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing problems, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Defcort Suspension is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It may also be used to treat allergic and inflammatory disorders.

You should not give Defcort Suspension if your child has taken live vaccines of mumps, measles, rubella (MMR), polio, rotavirus, yellow fever, typhoid, nasal flu (influenza), varicella (chickenpox), and zoster (shingles). Do not give Defcort Suspension if your child has a compromised immune system, eye problems, or weak bones.

Yes, Defcort Suspension is a steroid medication. It's a corticosteroid, also known as a glucocorticoid.

No, Defcort Suspension is not a painkiller. It is a steroid medication.

Yes, it is safe to use Defcort Suspension if prescribed by the doctor. Give it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Common side effects of Defcort Suspension may include nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhea, and fast heartbeats. Most of these side effects of Defcort Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Please keep it away from pets and children.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ist Floor 3/2A,Venkat Rao Road,Salem,Tamil Nadu-636001, India
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