Deflamax 6mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Deflamax 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort(6mg)

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alcohol interaction for Deflamax Tablet

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Deflamax 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Deflamax 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Deflamax 6mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Deflamax 6mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Deflamax 6mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Deflamax 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort(6mg)

Deflamax tablet uses

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How deflamax tablet works

Deflamax 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 deflamax tablet

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

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Expert advice FOR Deflamax 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 Deflamax 6mg Tablet

Deflazacort

Q. Is Deflamax 6mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Deflamax 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Deflamax 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 Deflamax 6mg Tablet used for?
Deflamax 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 Deflamax 6mg Tablet work?
Deflamax 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 Deflamax 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Deflamax 6mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Deflamax 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 Deflamax 6mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Deflamax 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Q. Can I take Deflamax 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Deflamax 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 22 February, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)