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Docoflam 6mg Tablet

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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.

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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.

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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 Docoflam 6mg Tablet in children

  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Benefits of Docoflam 6mg Tablet for your child

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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 Docoflam 6mg Tablet in children

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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 Docoflam

  • 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 Docoflam 6mg Tablet to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Docoflam 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Docoflam 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.

How Docoflam Tablet works

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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
Docoflam 6mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Docoflam 6mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Docoflam 6mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Docoflam 6mg Tablet is recommended.

What if I forget to give Docoflam 6mg Tablet to my child?

If you miss a dose of Docoflam 6mg Tablet, 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

  • Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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.
  • Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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 Docoflam 6mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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

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FAQs

Q. Is Docoflam 6mg Tablet a steroid?

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

Q. What is Docoflam 6mg Tablet used for?

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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.

Q. How does Docoflam 6mg Tablet work?

Docoflam 6mg Tablet 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.

Q. Is Docoflam 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?

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

Q. Is Docoflam 6mg Tablet a painkiller?

No, Docoflam 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Q. Can I take Docoflam 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?

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

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  2. Deflazacort [Prescribing Information]. Northbrook, IL: Marathon Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2017. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from: External Link

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