DEFLAWIN SUSPENSION

Composition – DEFLAZACORT 6MG

Dosage Form – SUSPENSION
Packaging – 30ML

Deflawin suspension contains deflazacort 6mg, which belongs to the group of medicines called Steroids. 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.

Category: CORTICOSTEROIDS

Product Information

Deflawin Oral suspension is a corticosteroid formulation containing Deflazacort, used to manage inflammatory and autoimmune conditions in pediatric patients. It works by reducing inflammation, swelling, and immune system overactivity, helping to relieve symptoms in conditions such as allergies, asthma, joint inflammation, and certain autoimmune disorders. The oral suspension form allows accurate dosing making it suitable for children who required steroid therapy.

Uses

Deflawin oral suspension is used in the conditions such as in the treatment of Cancer, inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions and in Duchenne mascular dystrophy (DMD).

Side Effects

Deflawin suspension do not pose any serious side effect. However, some possible effects that may occur are : Nasopharyngitis, Increased appetite, Weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, cushing syndrome, cough and obesity.

How to Use

Give this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Deflawin Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food.
Avoid Deflawin Oral Suspension with salad and vegetable diet.

How it Works

Deflawin Oral Suspension is a corticosteroid medicine. It acts like the body’s natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. Deflawin Oral Suspension decreases the formation of chemical substances like prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and interleukins that are involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication. It also suppresses the immune system and stops the immune mechanisms from causing any self-damage to the body.

Fact Box

Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	Hormones
Action Class	Glucocorticoids

Interactions with Drugs

1) Avoid giving antacids along with Deflawin Suspension. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Deflawin Oral Suspension and antacids.
2) Avoid giving with antibiotics such as azithromycin as concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.

Quick Tips

1) Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
2) Deflawin Suspension can make it harder for your child to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you notice any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
3) Do not stop giving Deflawin abruptly. Seek doctor's advice to taper the dose gradually as sudden withdrawal may result in withdrawal syndrome.

What if you forgot to take

Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

FAQs

Is Deflawin Oral Suspension a steroid?

Yes, Deflawin Oral Suspension is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Deflawin Oral Suspension increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

In what conditions should I avoid giving Deflawin Oral Suspension to my child?

Avoid giving Deflawin Oral Suspension to your child if they have conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Deflawin Oral Suspension should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.

What do I need to know about Deflawin Oral Suspension and my child’s immunizations?

For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child will need to wait 4 to 6 weeks before starting Deflawin Oral Suspension. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Deflawin Oral Suspension.

Dosage Form

SUSPENSION