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Deftab 6 Oral Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Rheumatic Disorder. Deftab 6 Oral Suspension also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension have been listed ahead. These side effects of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Deftab 6 Oral Suspension has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Deftab 6 Oral Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Deftab 6 Oral Suspension related warnings section.
Deftab 6 Oral Suspension can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Deftab 6 Oral Suspension in conditions like Diabetes. Some other conditions that can be affected by Deftab 6 Oral Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Deftab 6 Oral Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Deftab 6 Oral Suspension is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Deftab 6 Oral Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Deftab. If you are pregnant, do not take Deftab without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Deftab may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Deftab. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension on the Liver?
Deftab can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Deftab. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Deftab 6 Oral Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Deftab 6 Oral Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deftab 6 Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Deftab 6 Oral Suspension does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Deftab 6 Oral Suspension as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Deftab 6 Oral Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Deftab 6 Oral Suspension is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Deftab 6 Oral Suspension
There is no information on the effects of taking Deftab 6 Oral Suspension with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deftab 6 Oral Suspension
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Deftab 6 Oral Suspension and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Deftab have been reported to be more effective than prednisolone in people with diabetes.
Deftab is a brand name of deflazacort. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called steroids (corticosteroid). It is used for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy which is a progressive disease in which the muscles do not function properly in adults and in children 5 years of age and older.
Deftab comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function, hypertension and diabetes. Do no take deflazacort with grapefruit juice (chakotra). Grapefruit juice may increase the blood levels of this medicine which can lead to very unpleasant side effects.
No, Deftab is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it suppresses the immune system that causes low immunity. Low immunity can further lead to multiple infections of bacterial and viral origins.
Yes, Deftab is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, some side effects are observed at regular doses these are joint pain, dizziness, stomach upset, and headache. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Emflaza™ (deflazacort)