Alvidef 6mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Alvidef 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort(6mg)

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lactation interaction for Alvidef Tablet

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alcohol
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Alvidef 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Alvidef 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alvidef 6mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Alvidef 6mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alvidef 6mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Alvidef 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort(6mg)

Alvidef tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Inflammatory conditions and Autoimmune conditions.

How alvidef tablet works

Alvidef 6mg 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).

Common side effects of alvidef tablet

Increased appetite, Weight gain, Frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, Cough, Obesity, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Upper respiratory tract infection, Abnormal hair growth

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Expert advice FOR Alvidef Tablet

  • Deflazacort helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
  • Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Deflazacort 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 Deflazacort. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Deflazacort suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Frequently asked questions FOR Alvidef 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort

Q. Is Alvidef 6mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Alvidef 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Alvidef 6mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
Q. What is Alvidef 6mg Tablet used for?
Alvidef 6mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.
Q. How does Alvidef 6mg Tablet work?
Alvidef 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
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Q. Is Alvidef 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Alvidef 6mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Alvidef 6mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Q. Is Alvidef 6mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Alvidef 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Alvidef 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Alvidef 6mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

Content on this page was last updated on 08 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)