Defcort 6 MG Oral Suspension

This medication is a part of a class of drugs called corticosteroids (steroids). This type of a steroid effectively treats a number of conditions, for instance, autoimmune diseases like sarcoidosis and autoimmune hepatitis, joint as well as muscle conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and some allergies. A few cancers are also treated with this medication.

The drug restricts the release of some chemicals in the body that results in inflammation, thus controlling or treating the above-mentioned health conditions.

A few precautions need to be taken before starting a course of this drug. Make sure that you inform your doctor about your medical history, including details about allergies and any health problems that you have.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Asthma

• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

• Allergy

• Weight Gain

• Headache

• Vertigo

• Depressed Mood

• Nausea

• Acne

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine will last for a duration of 4 to 8 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1.5 to 2 hours after oral dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

This medication belongs to glucocorticoids. It works by acting on the glucocorticoid receptor and inhibits the chemical substances that cause inflammation and allergic reaction

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Carbamazepine

  The desired effect of this suspension will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Ketoconazole

  The concentration of this suspension will increase if taken with Ketoconazole. Monitoring of undesired effects is necessary. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Antidiabetic medicines

  The desired effect of anti-diabetic agents will not be achieved if taken with this medication. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

  Rifampin

  The desired effect of this medication will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. An alternate medicine or suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Diabetes

  This medication may alter blood glucose levels and decrease the effects of anti-diabetic medicines. Frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Inform the doctor if you are taking this medicine and suitable dose adjustments or an alternate medicine is recommended based on the clinical condition.