Deflazacort

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Deflazacort (trade name Calcort among others) is a glucocorticoid used as an anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory agent. It was patented in 1965 and approved for medical use in 1985.[1] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers it to be a first-in-class medication for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.[2] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Relative potency 4 History 5 References 6 External links ...

Dear sir, I am 34 yrs male -72 kg & have been suffering from arthritis disease for the last 12 yrs. Now i am taking indocap sr 75 mg & sazo 1000 mg, ultracet, cyra -d tabs are twice daily. After taking this medicine 15 to 20 days no result found. Again i consulted the doctor and he told me to take defza 30 mg per day for one month. But I'm afraid to take 30 mg per day. If any side effect could occur, kindly advise me if 30mg per day is ok or not for me. Except steroid, but any other good medicine that can be prescribed to me for curing this disease early. Any other medicine to continue life without this disease. yours truly B.D.Swain --{edited for privacy} ## Dear B.D.Swain The prescription that you have mentioned here, is exactly the same as my Mom takes. I wanted to know w...

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The protein level in my urine is at 800 and causing swelling of the body especially noted under my eyes. The doctor has prescribed the use of Deflazacort 30 mg and Lasilacton 20/50. Will that help me? I am tired of having my eyes swollen as it has been so for a few months.

i am sufferring with Post viral poly arthritis. Doctor has advised me to take Deflazacort 6 mg tablets for 10 days. Can i use this medicine for 10 days. Any side effects are there. my age is 35 years/female. ## In the month of february 2011 i got viral fever with arthritis (wrist, elbow,knee and ankle joints). pain was migrated from one joint to another (with in the above four joints). General physician suggested to do the Blood test for DsDNA, AsDNA, C-reactive protein (CRP)and ESR. Out four tests CRP and ESR positive with 3.8mg/L and 103 mm respectively. then he diagnosided that its seronegative rheumatoid arthritis and prescribed Prednisolone tablets for 15 days along with pain killer. Next i went to Orthopedic doctor. He said its not Sero-ve RA. We need to do the symptomatic treatme...

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This is a corticosteroid that is available in 30 countries. Has it been approved by the FDA yet for use in the US? ## Can you plz send me the list of manufacturers that produce Deflazecort for validation purposes on lab scale? ## Sorry, there is nothing listed under this name in the US databases, so I cannot help you. Most brand names differ from country to country, so it would not be listed under the same name in the US. If you can tell me the name of the active ingredient, I can check it out for you that way. ## Hello, thanks for responding. Yes I am talking about the active ingredient only, Deflazacort, because the brand name varies from company to company.

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which one has got lesser sideeffect as to say about drugs omnacortil 5mg compared to deflazacort 6mg, when used for treating behcet's disease ## It doesn't matter what is being treated, all medications carry the risk of side effects and there is no way to say which will cause less for anyone person. All medications can affect people differently. Delfazacort is a glucocorticoid used to treat inflammation and suppress the immune system. Omnacortil is Prednisone, a corticosteroid. These are closely related medications and both can cause side effects such as: nausea, drowsinss, dry mouth and weight gain. Do you have any other questions? ## my mom is suffering from autoimmune hameolytic anamiea since last 4yrs , she is taking omnacortil since thn which has many side effects. can u pl...

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I have been on Deflazacort, 30mg daily, for abt 2 months. Overextended visit has caused me to request more of med but no Dr visit possible yet. Long story. Problem is NO steroid of ANY kind since yesterday. Last dose taken 48 hrs ago @ 10a today Saturday, 7/21/12. If meds don't arrive today, can I safely (though painfully) wait until Mon evening to see a Dr (maybe urgent care?)? I know abt Cushing's @ this stage & my worry is shock 'cause my son works all day & daughter-in-law has newborn to deal w/. Any advice soonest wld b GREATLY HUGELY appreciated!

i have skin problem on my both hands last years. In last months june 2013 i had treatment of deflazacort30 for one month,15mg for one month,6mg for half month then i leave it iand i feel better but now one month ago same problem start and i start treatment again .How many times and how long treatment can i take in a year?what are the side effects of DEFLAZACORT?

Am 31 male taking dezcore 16MG for a day for autoimmune acute pancreatic. advised me to take this dose for 2 month and the reduce. Any side effects. Some days am having heavy head ach is this a side effect? ## Hello, Ranjith! How are you doing? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. And yes, all medications carry the risk of causing side effects. This is a steroid class medication, so it could be causing the headaches you're having, it can also cause fluid retention, insomnia and weight changes as side effects. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Iam24 taking zemprid16 for mouth ulcer for tendays.can intake this for more tendays

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Deflazacort

Deflazacort (trade name Calcort among others) is a glucocorticoid used as an anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory agent. It was patented in 1965 and approved for medical use in 1985.[1] The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers it to be a first-in-class medication for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.[2] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 Pharmacology 3.1 Mechanism of action 3.2 Relative potency 4 History 5 References 6 External links ...

Is hydroxychlorequine 200 mg,deflazacort 6 mg,pantoprazol sodium and domperidone 40 and 30 mg safe during lactation. ## I am using Domperidone to increase lactation. Can anyone please give an insight as to possible contra-indications on Domperidone in breast-milk for the infant?

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Is it a steroid?is it a pain killer ## Enzocort is listed as containing Deflazacort, which is a steroid class medication used to treat swelling, allergic reactions and immune disorders. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, headache and fluid retention. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help with? ## What are the uses & side effects of tab enzocort 30mg? ## enzocort deflazacort 6 mg tablet -- what is the ideal dosage? 1 tab a day for 20 days or 2 tabs a day for 10 days ## thanx for your kind & late reply ## how beneficial is enzocort for ankylosing spondylitis? ## what is the alternative for enzocort tab 6mg in UAE ## what is the safer doaseges of enzocort 6 fo age of 16 year old weight 55 kg girl ## my daughter is 11 year old .she suffering from child ezima . doct...

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what is use of defcort tablets? The dosage of the same is requested. ## Defcort contains the active ingredient Deflazacort, which is a steroid class medication that is used as an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant. However, since it's not used here in the U.S. I don't have any dosing information on it. What has your doctor advised? ## Sir, I use defcort tablets morning 15mg, afternoon 15mg & night 15mg for the past five months. Can i stop this medicine immediately, if not how can i reduce this tablet. Please give suitable advice Sir

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what is the function of defcort tm tablet? when is it used?? ## Defcort Tm contains the active ingredient deflazacort. Deflazacort tablets can be used to treat a wide variety of diseases and conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system. These can include those listed below: • Severe allergic reactions, eg anaphylaxis. • Asthma. • Rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile chronic arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica. • Inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. • Inflammatory disorders of the kidney, such as nephrotic syndrome and interstitial nephritis. • Inflammatory eye disorders, eg uveitis, optic neuritis. ...

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DETAILED SIDE EFFECTS OF DEFCROT-6,I AM SUFFERING FROM RE AND ILD ## Defcort contains the glucocortoid Deflazacort, it is used to as an anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressant. Common side effects to these types of steroids can include: nausea, drowsiness, immunosuppression and weight gain. Are there any other questions or comments? ## if any probs apper in the future wat is the remedy???

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My doctor prescribed Defza 6mg twice daily for 15 days. What is the primary use of it? ## Hi, Kumar! Defza contains the active ingredient Deflazacort, which is a steroid class medication that's used as an anti-inflammatory and an immune suppressant. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, weight changes and fluid retention. ## My son's doctor has prescribed defza 6 mg. He asked him to take 1 in the morning and 1 at night for one week and the next week to only take 1 in the morning. How safe is defza 6 mg for my 13 year old son for his eczema disease? Please let me know.

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I have been prescribed dezacor to help with my osteoperosis, I don't want to take steroids ## It contains the active ingredient Deflazacort and yes, it is a glucocorticoid steroid. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, acne and weight gain. Is there anything else I can help you with?

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what is the use of this tablet? ## Laza-6 contains 6mgs of Delfazacort, which is a glucocorticoid that's used as an anti-inflammatory and to suppress the immune system. Learn more Deflazacort details here. Has it been prescribed for you?

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I had muscle pain and I was getting this pain frequently. Is this prescription right? Are there any side effects? ## I actually found an article on the side effects of Defcort (Deflazacort), which may be helpful to answering your question about pain: livestrong.com/article/268202-side-effects-of-deflazacort From what I could gather, patients who use this medication excessively or for a prolonged period of time may develop a condition called Cushing's syndrome. Symptoms associated with this condition include severe fatigue, increased blood sugar, bruising, back or body aches, weakness, elevated blood pressure or upper body weight gain, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Patients who exhibit symptoms of Cushing's syndrome during deflazacort t...

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I am suffering with nerve compress problem ,dr prescribed defcort6 two times a day I have hypothyorid i dont want my weight to gain what to do? ## Defcort contains the active ingredient Deflazacort, which is a steroid class medication, but it can cause weight gain in anyone, just not someone with a thyroid problem. Learn more Deflazacort details here. Do you take any medication for the Thyroid problem?

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