Defcort 6 Tablet

Taking Defcort 6 tablet during pregnancy might lead to growth abnormalities in the foetus. However, your doctor may prescribe you this medicine if really necessary after accessing benefits to the mother and child outweigh the risks.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as Corticosteroids pass in breast milk and may harm your baby.

Defcort 6 Tablet can cause dizziness or spinning sensatation in the head (vertigo). If you experience any of these side effects, caution is advised while driving.

No information is available on interaction of this medicine when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Before you start taking Defcort 6 Tablet, you need to tell your doctor if you have any problems with your blood vessels, such as blood clots. The doctor may change the dose, suggest an alternate for this medicine, or monitor your blood reports more closely.

Yes, deflazacort is the active ingredient present in Defcort 6 tablets.

Take this medicine for as long as directed by your doctor. Do not take it for a longer time than your doctor prescribed. As it is a steroid, it may cause adverse effects on unnecessary long-term use.

Yes, Defcort 6 is a steroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as asthma, allergies, arthritis, blood, eye, skin and many other conditions.

Nausea, swelling, weight gain, acne, hair growth on the face, mood changes, irregular periods are a few common side effects of Defcort 6. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

No, Defcort 6 tablet is not an antibiotic. It contains deflazacort which is a steroid.

Both the medicine are steroids. The doctor will prescribe the appropriate medicine on the basis of medical history. Hence, it is advised to take the same brand recommended by the doctor.

No, Defcort 6 is not used for asthma. You must consult a doctor before taking any medicine for asthma. Do not self-medicate with steroids.

Cough can be due to various reasons like allergy or some infection. Hence, the doctor will advise you the same after diagnosis and your medical history.

No, do not take this medicine if you have diabetes unless told by the doctor. Defcort 6 may raise blood sugar levels by suppressing the action of insulin. Hence, use this medicine with caution if you have diabetes.

Defcort 6 mg and Defcort 12 mg both contain deflazacort, differing only in dose strength. Doctors choose the dose based on the severity of the condition, age, body weight, and response to treatment, often starting with the lowest effective dose and adjusting as needed. This steroid should be taken strictly as prescribed and not stopped suddenly.

Defcort 6 mg is a steroid medication that reduces inflammation and swelling; it may be prescribed to relieve severe throat swelling or allergic facial swelling, but it does not treat throat infections caused by bacteria or viruses. It is usually administered with other medications as needed and should be used only on a physician’s advice.

Defcort 6 can be used in children only when prescribed by a physician, as the dose is carefully adjusted based on weight and clinical condition. It is commonly used for severe allergies, asthma, autoimmune conditions, nephrotic syndrome, and some inflammatory disorders in children. Because it is a steroid, it should be used for the shortest duration needed and never stopped suddenly without medical advice.