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Defcort 12 Tablet

Name: Defcort 12 Tablet
Brand: DEFCORT
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Overview

Defcort 12 tablet contains a steroid known as deflazacort. It is used for managing various conditions associated with asthma, arthritis, and other allergic and inflammatory conditions. It reduces inflammation and allergy and improves the immune system.

Caution is advised in persons having gastrointestinal disorders and diabetes. You should take Defcort 12 tablet exactly in doses and duration as prescribed by the doctor. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Defcort 12 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, with or without food.
Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
You should not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Defcort 12 tablet during pregnancy?

Defcort 12 tablet should only be used in pregnancy if your doctor prescribes you this medicine after assessing the risk and the benefit.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Defcort 12 tablet while breastfeeding?

Defcort 12 tablet may pass into the breast milk. Defcort 12 tablet should be used in breastfeeding women only if it is considered to be essential by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Defcort 12 tablet?

Defcort 12 tablet can cause dizziness. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Defcort 12 tablet?

No information is available on the interaction of Defcort 12 tablet with alcohol. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with Defcort 12 tablet.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of depression or mania or a family history of mental illness.
You experience fits/seizures.
You have any underlying medical condition like diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney, liver or heart disease, stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid, muscle weakness, weak or brittle bones or tuberculosis, etc.
You have a tumour of adrenal gland tissue (pheochromocytoma).
You have an infection in your eye due to the herpes simplex virus (ocular herpes).
You have irregular menses.
Anyone in your family has chickenpox, measles and you have never had it earlier. You could be seriously affected.
You are going to take any vaccine.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Defcort tablets, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose of Defcort 12 tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of the medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Defcort 12 tablet works by interfering with the release of certain chemicals in your body that causes inflammation and thus helps in relieving inflammation and allergies. It also plays an important role in modifying immune response thus useful in various autoimmune disorders.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In the past, I had a blood clot problem. Is Defcort 12 tablet safe to use?

Before you start taking this medication, you need to tell your doctor if you have any problem with your blood vessels like blood clots. The doctor may change the dose or may suggest an alternate for this medicine or monitor your blood reports more closely.

Can I stop taking the Defcort 12 tablet on my own as I feel that I have recovered?

No, you must not stop taking this medicine on your own, even if you are feeling fine.
Please discuss with your doctor as he/ she shall decrease your dose gradually over a few weeks.
Stopping the treatment abruptly can lead to severe consequences like high temperature, joint pain, itching, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, diarrhoea.