Defton 6mg Syrup

Short Description

Defton 6mg Syrup is a corticosteroid medicine used to treat various conditions in children, including Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Dosage Form

Syrup

Introduction

Defton 6mg Syrup belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. 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.

Prefer giving Defton 6mg Syrup with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Avoid giving antacids along with Defton 6mg Syrup. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Defton 6mg Syrup and antacids. Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.

Defton 6mg Syrup is a corticosteroid medicine. It acts like the body's natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. Defton 6mg Syrup 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.

Prefer giving Defton 6mg Syrup with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux. Avoid giving antacids along with Defton 6mg Syrup. Leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Defton 6mg Syrup and antacids. Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Defton 6mg Syrup 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. Do not stop the medicine abruptly. Seek the doctor's guidance to taper the dose gradually as sudden withdrawal may result in a steroid withdrawal syndrome.