Deflazacort

Description

Deflazacort is used for the treatment of a serious form of asthma and rheumatoi

d arthritis. It works by reducing inflammation and allergy, as well as modifying the immune system's response. Deflazacort belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids (steroids). It is available in various forms, including tablet, capsule, injection, syrup, suspension, and oral liquid. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting deflazacort.

Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses

Deflazacort is used for asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and also in various allergic & inflammatory conditions.

Contraindications

When should one not use Deflazacort

If you are allergic to deflazacort or similar medicines.
If you have an infection and you are not taking any anti-infective medicine.
If you are having or recently had any vaccination with a live vaccine.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Injection site reactions
Allergy
Swelling
Acne, hair growth on the face
Mood changes
Infections
Weight gain

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Deflazacort during pregnancy?

Deflazacort should be used during pregnancy only if considered essential by the doctor and potential risks justify the benefits.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Deflazacort while breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor before using Deflazacort while breastfeeding as corticosteroids pass into breast milk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Deflazacort?

Avoid driving if you experience dizziness after taking Deflazacort.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Deflazacort?

Avoid consuming alcohol with Deflazacort, as it may worsen the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers, liver, heart or kidney disease.
You have a history of depression or mania or a family history of psychiatric disorder.
You ever had a tuberculosis
You have a problem with your thyroid gland (hypothyroidism)
You have fits, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis) or weak or brittle bones (osteoporosis).
You have an infection in your eye due to herpes simplex virus (Ocular herpes).
You suffer from a condition called pheochromocytoma (tumour of adrenal gland tissue).
You are going to take any vaccine
You have never had chickenpox, measles earlier and anyone in your family has it.
You have irregular menses

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Deflazacort works by interfering with the release of certain chemicals in your body that causes inflammation and help in relieving inflammation and allergies. It also plays an essential role by modify...

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way deflazacort works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially, if you are taking antidiabetic medicines, medicines for epilepsy, certain anti-infectives, blood thinners, antacids and medicines for heart-related disorders.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How does Deflazacort work?

A: Deflazacort works by interfering with the release of certain chemicals in your body that causes inflammation and help in relieving inflammation and allergies. It also plays an essential role by modifying immune response thus useful in various autoimmune disorders.

Q: In which all dosage forms is Deflazacort available?

A: Deflazacort is available in the form of tablet, capsule, injection, syrup, suspension and oral liquid.

Q: What is Deflazacort used for?

A: Deflazacort is a corticosteroid medicine used to reduce inflammation and control overactive immune responses. Doctors prescribe it for conditions such as asthma, severe allergies, arthritis, skin diseases, kidney problems, and specific muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It helps relieve swelling, pain, stiffness, and allergic symptoms.

Q: What are the common side effects of Deflazacort?

A: Common side effects may include increased appetite, weight gain, stomach upset, difficulty sleeping, mood swings, acne, or a rounded face (moon face). With long-term use, it may also cause thinning of the bones (osteoporosis), high blood sugar, high blood pressure, and increased risk of easy bruising. Not everyone experiences these effects, and most improve once the dose is reduced or stopped.

References

Last Updated on: 17 Sep 2025 | 01:58 AM (IST)

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