Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension
bottle of 30.0 ml Oral Suspension.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Deflazacort (6mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Cista Medicorp |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine used to treat various conditions in children, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. Its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties give it the ability to treat a wide range of conditions in children. It is also one of the primary medicines used for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in infants and children.
Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine that acts like the body's natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. It decreases the formation of chemical substances involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication, and also suppresses the immune system.
Is Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension a steroid?
Yes, Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension is a glucocorticoid medication. It is similar to the natural hormones produced in the body that help maintain health and well-being. Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension increases corticosteroid levels in the body, which can help treat various conditions related to inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling).
In what conditions should I avoid giving Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Do not give Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension to your child if they have any of the following conditions: cardiovascular disease, congestive heart failure (except active rheumatic carditis), high blood pressure, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Also, avoid giving Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension if your child has a family history of active tuberculosis, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.
What do I need to know about Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension and my child’s immunizations?
For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child should wait for at least 4 to 6 weeks before starting Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension. All immunizations should be completed according to the immunization schedule before starting Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension.
How can I store Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension at home?
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from children and pets. This helps prevent accidental intake.
My child has a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Prolonged use of Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension can lead to the development of mental illness, and worsen existing seizure disorders in children. Therefore, any child already suffering from a seizure disorder should not take Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension.
Prefer giving Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Give Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension with food
- Avoid giving antacids along with Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension
- Leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Alflaz 6mg Oral Suspension and antacids
- Do not stop the medicine abruptly
- Seek the doctor's guidance to taper the dose gradually
