Deflanec 12mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Deflazacort (12mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Necon Pharmaceutical |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Deflanec 12mg 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. Deflanec 12mg 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).
Deflanec 12mg 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).
Is Deflanec 12mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Deflanec 12mg Tablet is a glucocorticoid medicine which occurs naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Deflanec 12mg Tablet increases corticosteroids levels in the body which helps treat various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling).
What is Deflanec 12mg Tablet used for?
Deflanec 12mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases, and autoimmune diseases (these diseases occur when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system to prevent the body rejecting the organ.
How does Deflanec 12mg Tablet work?
Deflanec 12mg Tablet is a glucocorticoid, which occurs naturally in the body. It works by reducing inflammation, helping to treat illnesses caused by active inflammation. It also stops reactions known as autoimmune reactions, when the body's immune system attacks its own tissues and causes damage.
Is Deflanec 12mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Deflanec 12mg Tablet has a similar effect to prednisone. Furthermore, Deflanec 12mg Tablet is generally better tolerated in the treatment of inflammatory conditions compared to Prednisone. However, consulting your doctor for the most appropriate treatment of your condition is essential.
Is Deflanec 12mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Deflanec 12mg Tablet does not act as a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Deflanec 12mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Deflanec 12mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No adverse effects or interactions have been reported when they are used together.
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. Deflanec 12mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Deflanec 12mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Deflanec 12mg 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 Deflanec 12mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Deflanec 12mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Deflanec 12mg Tablet.
Breastfeed
Deflanec 12mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Deflanec 12mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
