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Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.


Uses of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension in children

  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension for your child

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.

Side effects of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension in children

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Defolt

  • Increased appetite
  • Weight gain
  • Frequent urge to urinate
  • Cushing syndrome
  • Cough
  • Obesity
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Abnormal hair growth

How can I give Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.

How Defolt Oral Suspension works

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self damage to the body by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).

Safety advice

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is recommended.

What if I forget to give Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?

If you miss a dose of Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
  • Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
  • Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids

Interaction with drugs

Taking Defolt with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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FAQs

Is Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension a steroid?

Yes, Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

What is Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension used for?

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.

How does Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension work?

Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.

Is Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

Is Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension a painkiller?

No, Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Can I take Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension with Tamsulosin?

Yes, Defolt 6mg Oral Suspension can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

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References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Deflazacort [Prescribing Information]. Northbrook, IL: Marathon Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2017. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from: External Link

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