Define
Composition for Define Products
Define Products are primarily used for
Inflammatory conditions, Autoimmune conditions, CancerProducts for Define
Define 6mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹148.59
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About Define Products
Uses of Define Products
Deflazacort is used in the treatment of Inflammatory conditions, Autoimmune conditions and cancer.
Define Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Define are Increased appetite, Weight gain, Abdominal pain, Mood changes, Cushingoid syndrome, Excessive hair growth on face, Central obesity, Polyuria, Constipation, Irritability, Fever, Back pain, Erythema (skin redness), Rash, Nausea, Nosebleeds, Stretch marks.
How Define Products work
Deflazacort 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).
In Depth Information for Define Products
- Define 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.
- Define 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 Define. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Define suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Patient Concerns about Define Products
Frequently asked questions about Define Products
Q. Is Define 6mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Define 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Define 6mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. In what conditions should I avoid giving Define 6mg Tablet to my child?
Avoid giving Define 6mg Tablet to your child if they have conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Define 6mg Tablet should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.
Q. What do I need to know about Define 6mg Tablet and my child’s immunizations?
For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child will need to wait 4 to 6 weeks before starting Define 6mg Tablet. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Define 6mg Tablet.
Q. My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Define 6mg Tablet to my child?
Prolonged intake of Define 6mg Tablet can lead to mental illness as well as a seizure disorder. Therefore, any child who is already suffering from seizure disorder should not take Define 6mg Tablet.