Defnalone Tablet (Deflazacort)

Uses of Defnalone 6 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

• Duchenne dystrophy

            This medicine is employed within the treatment of Duchenne dystrophy which may be a genetic disease that will cause muscle weakness.

• Inflammatory conditions

            This medicine can also be used for the treatment of varied inflammatory conditions like asthma, arthritis, allergies, and skin allergies, etc.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Defnalone 6 MG Tablet

• Weight gain
• Headache
• Depressed mood
• Nausea
• Acne
• Cough
• Fever
• Sore throat

Concerns

Commonly asked questions

How long does it deem this medicine to require effect?

The amount of time required for this medicine to point out its action isn't clinically established.

How long does the repercussion of this medicine last?

The amount of your time that this antibiotic remains active within the body isn't clinically established.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. it's advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is this a habit-forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendency has been reported.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

This medicine isn't recommended to be used in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this antibiotic.

Can this medicine be taken while breastfeeding?

This medicine isn't recommended to be used in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this antibiotic.

When to not use?

• Allergy

            This medicine isn't recommended to be used in patients with a known history of allergy to deflazacort or the other inactive ingredients present within the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine isn't recommended to be used in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this antibiotic.

Breast-feeding

This medicine isn't recommended to be used in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this antibiotic.

General warnings

Diabetes mellitus
This medicine may increase the danger of altering blood sugar levels. Frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels is important while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could be required in some cases to support the clinical condition.

Altered thyroid function
This medicine may increase the danger of altering thyroid levels. Frequent monitoring of thyroid levels is important while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could be required in some cases to support the clinical condition.

Increased risk of infection
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with latent or active infections since this medicine can suppress the system and worsen the patient's condition. This risk is particularly higher in patients on high doses of this medicine for a protracted period of their time. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could also be required to support the clinical condition of the patient.

Effects on bone
This medicine will decrease the absorption of calcium and reduces bone formation. Use with caution within the elderly population with existing bone disorders. Administering this medicine to children may cause inhibition of bone growth.

Driving or operating machinery
This antibiotic may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. it's advised that you simply don't perform any activities that need high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of those symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently from person to person. you ought to check all the possible communication together with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

• Description

            Interaction with alcohol is unknown. it's advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Instructions

            Interaction with alcohol is unknown. it's advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

• Antidiabetic medicines
• Atazanavir
• Infliximab
• Atenolol
• Clarithromycin
• Diltiazem
• Chlorthiazide

Disease interactions

Diabetes
This medicine may increase the danger of altering blood sugar levels. Frequent monitoring of blood sugar levels is important while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could be required in some cases to support the clinical condition.

Gastrointestinal perforations
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in the gastrointestinal perforation situation as this medicine may worsen the condition on prolonge use. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could be required in some cases to support the clinical condition.

Ocular Toxicities
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of glaucoma, or increased pressure thanks to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could also be required to support the clinical condition of the patient.

Myasthenia Gravis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of myasthenia thanks to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could also be required to support the clinical condition.

Myocardial infarction
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of myocardial infarct thanks to the increased risk of great adverse effects. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of heart function and vital signs, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with an appropriate alternative could also be necessary to support the clinical condition of the patient.

Psychosis
This medicine should be used with a known history of psychotic disorders thanks to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of patients for any changes in behavior or mood could also be necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with an appropriate alternative could also be required in some cases supported by the clinical condition.

Food interactions
Consumption of fruit juice isn't recommended during treatment with this medicine thanks to the increased risk of severe side effects.