Defowel 6mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Wellgo Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Deflazacort (6mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Defowel 6mg Tablet is a corticosteroid used to treat various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Defowel 6mg 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. It 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).
Directions for Use
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. Defowel 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Defowel 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.
How it works
Defowel 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).
Quick Tips
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. Defowel 6mg 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 Defowel 6mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Defowel 6mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Defowel 6mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Defowel 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids. These glucocorticoids occur naturally in the body and help maintain health. Defowel 6mg Tablet increases corticosteroid levels in the body to treat various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
What is Defowel 6mg Tablet used for?
Defowel 6mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergies, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (which occur when the body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients by suppressing the immune system so that the body does not reject an organ.
How does Defowel 6mg Tablet work?
Defowel 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids. These medications work naturally in the body. They reduce inflammation which helps treat illnesses caused by active inflammation and stop autoimmune reactions, which occur when the body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.
Is Defowel 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Defowel 6mg Tablet has a similar effect to prednisone. Moreover, Defowel 6mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
Is Defowel 6mg Tablet a painkiller?
No, Defowel 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
Can I take Defowel 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Defowel 6mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
