Defcort 24 Tablet 6

Defcort 24 Tablet interacts with the following medicines:

• Oral diabetes medicines: Deflazacort may increase blood glucose levels, reducing the effectiveness of medicines like metformin and insulin.

• Oral anticoagulants: Deflazacort may enhance the anticoagulant effect of medicines such as warfarin, increasing the risk of bleeding.

• Antiepileptics: Medicines like phenytoin or carbamazepine can reduce the effectiveness of deflazacort.

• Oral contraceptives: The contraceptive effectiveness may be reduced when taken with Defcort 24 Tablet.

• NSAIDs: There's an increased risk of gastrointestinal ulceration and bleeding when medicines like ibuprofen are taken with Defcort 24 Tablet.

• Anti-tubercular medications: Taking the antibiotic rifampicin can reduce the effectiveness of deflazacort.

Defcort 24 Tablet interacts with the following diseases:

• Diabetes: The use of Defcort 24 Tablet may worsen sugar control in diabetic patients.

• Systemic fungal infections: Patients suffering from systemic fungal infections should avoid using this medicine as it may exacerbate the condition.

• Peptic ulcers: People with peptic ulcers should use caution as the medicine can aggravate their condition.

• Severe infections: As deflazacort suppresses the immune system, it can worsen severe infections.

The daily dose of Defcort 24 Tablet should be as recommended by your doctor. This can vary based on personal factors such as how severe your condition is and how you respond to the medication. Always stick to the prescribed dosage and avoid exceeding it without consulting your doctor.

In case you accidentally take more than the prescribed amount of Defcort 24 Tablet, you may experience symptoms such as muscle weakness, raised blood sugar levels, and an increased risk of infection. If such symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

Should you forget to take your regular dose of Defcort 24 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dosage and return to your regular schedule. Never alter your dosage without speaking with your doctor.