Deflazacort tablets are indicated for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients 5 years of age and older. Additional pediatric use information is approved for PTC Therapeutics, Inc.'s Emflaza™ (deflazacort) tablets.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Deflazacort. Full label: DailyMed.
Deflazacort tablets are indicated for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients 5 years of age and older. Additional pediatric use information is approved for PTC Therapeutics, Inc.'s Emflaza™ (deflazacort) tablets. However, due to PTC Therapeutics, Inc.'s marketing exclusivity rights, this drug product is not labeled with that information.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Deflazacort. Full label: DailyMed.
The recommended once-daily dosage is approximately 0.9 mg/kg/day administered orally. Discontinue gradually when administered for more than a few days. 2.1 Assessments Prior to First Dose of Deflazacort Tablets Administer all immunizations according to immunization guidelines prior to starting deflazacort tablets.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
Deflazacort tablet is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to deflazacort or to any of the inactive ingredients. Instances of hypersensitivity, including anaphylaxis, have occurred in patients receiving corticosteroid therapy. Hypersensitivity to deflazacort or any of the inactive ingredients in deflazacort tablets.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
Alterations in Endocrine Function: Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, Cushing’s syndrome and hyperglycemia can occur; Monitor patients for these conditions with chronic use of deflazacort. Immunosuppression and Increased Risk of Infection: Increased risk of new, exacerbation, dissemination, or reactivation of latent infections, which can be severe and at times fatal; Signs and symptoms of infection may be masked. Alterations in Cardiovascular/Renal Function: Monitor for elevated blood pressure and sodium and for decreased potassium levels.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following serious adverse reactions are discussed in more detail in other sections: Alterations in Endocrine Function Immunosuppression and Increased Risk of Infection Alterations in Cardiovascular/Renal Function Gastrointestinal Perforation Behavioral and Mood Disturbances Effects on Bones Ophthalmic Effects Immunizations Serious Skin Rashes Effects on Growth and Development Myopathy Kaposi’s Sarcoma Thromboembolic…
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
2037 products from 1385 makers in the NepalDoc medicine catalog use this generic:
| Brand | Composition | Maker | Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dezacor 1mg Tablet | Deflazacort (1mg) | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Dezacor 30mg Tablet | Deflazacort (30mg) | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Dezacor 30ML Syrup | Deflazacort (30ML) | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| Dezacor 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | |
| AB Cort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | American Biocare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abcort 30mg Tablet | Deflazacort (30mg) | Associated Biopharma | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abcort 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Associated Biopharma | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abicort 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Abia Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd. | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abicort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | ABL Lifecare Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abzacort 12 Tablet | Deflazacort (12mg) | Lumaire Labs Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Abzacort 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Lumaire Labs Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adecort 6mg Syrup | Deflazacort (6mg) | Alpic Biotech Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Syrup |
| Adecort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Alpic Biotech Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adfoj 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Aden Healthcare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adicort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Adisys Healthcare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Adrenocort 30mg Tablet | Deflazacort (30mg) | Truelight Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Advacort 18mg Tablet | Deflazacort (18mg) | Abbott | strip of 6 tablets |
| Advacort 1mg Tablet | Deflazacort (1mg) | Abbott | strip of 6 tablets |
| Aerodef Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Sanoti Laboratories | strip of 10 tablets |
| Afcor 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Akmed Biotech | strip of 10 tablets |
| Aflaza 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Asiatic Pharmaceuticals | strip of 10 tablets |
| Aflaze 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Avail Healthcare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Afracot 30mg Tablet | Deflazacort (30mg) | Avunu Life Sciences | strip of 10 tablets |
| Afracot 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Avunu Life Sciences | strip of 10 tablets |
| Agecort 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Agex Laboratories Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
| Agecort 6mg Oral Suspension | Deflazacort (6mg/5ml) | Agex Laboratories Pvt Ltd | bottle of 30 ml Oral Suspension |
| Agicort 6 Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Agrim Pharmaceuticals | strip of 10 tablets |
| Akucort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Akunez Biotech | strip of 10 tablets |
| Alcord 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Orlife Healthcare | strip of 10 tablets |
| Alcort 6mg Tablet | Deflazacort (6mg) | Alencure Biotech Pvt Ltd | strip of 10 tablets |
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Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F);
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label.
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