Uses / Indications 

• Allergic Conditions - Asthma, severe allergies, and allergic rhinitis
• Inflammatory Disorders: arthritis and skin disorders that cause inflammation
• Lupus and other autoimmune diseases are examples of autoimmune diseases.
• Respiratory Diseases - Bronchial asthma and COPD (acute exacerbations)
• Muscular Disorders – Duchenne muscular dystrophy
• Nephrotic Syndrome: To stop losing protein in urine
• Post-Transplant Therapy: Stopping the body from rejecting the organ

 How it works

• Deflazacort is a kind of corticosteroid.
• It works by lowering inflammation and stopping the immune system from working.
• Lessens pain, swelling, redness, and allergic responses.
• Helps stop harm caused by the immune system in autoimmune and inflammatory illnesses.

 How to Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions exactly when you take the tablet.
• Usually taken once a day, especially in the morning after eating.
• Drink water and swallow entire.
• Don't stop all at once; the dose must be slowly lowered (tapering).

Pregnancy Interaction

• Be careful when using during pregnancy.
• If used in large amounts or for a long time, it could slow down the growth of the fetus.
• Use it only if the benefits are greater than the risks.
• It is very important to have a doctor watch after you during pregnancy.

 Side Effects

• More hunger and weight gain
• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Changes in mood or irritation
• Higher levels of sugar in the blood
• Long-Term / Serious Side Effects:
• Osteoporosis, or weak bones
• Higher chance of getting infections
• High blood pressure
• Moon face and holding on to water
• Stopping kids from growing
• If you see swelling that doesn't go away, issues with your eyesight, or signs of infection, call your doctor.

Medicine Interaction

• Defocad (Deflazacort) might not work well with:
• Antidiabetic drugs may not work as well as they should.
• NSAIDs—higher chance of getting stomach ulcers
• vaccinations (live vaccinations) - lower risk of illness or response to the vaccine
• Antifungal drugs (like ketoconazole) raise steroid levels.
• Blood thinners changed the way they work as anticoagulants.
• Always tell your doctor about all the vitamins and drugs you use.

Expert Advice

• Take after meals to calm your stomach.
• Stay away from persons who are sick.
• Don't miss doses or stop all at once.
• Check your blood sugar, blood pressure, and bone health regularly if you use this medicine for a long time.
• If you're on long-term therapy, have a steroid alert card with you.

Faq For Medicine

Q1: Is Defocad 6 mg a steroid?
Yes, it is a corticosteroid that helps lower inflammation and the body's immunological response.

Q2: Is it safe to take for a long time?
Yes, but only with close medical care.

Q3. Does it make you gain weight?
Yes, you might eat more and gain weight.

Q4. Is it safe for kids to take Defocad?
Yes, but a doctor needs to carefully manage the dose.

Q5: Is it okay to quit taking Defocad all at once?
No, stopping quickly can create acute withdrawal symptoms.