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Prescription requiredMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt LtdCorticosteroid
Defcort Oral Suspension
Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)
₹87In stock
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Defcort Oral Suspension is used for allergic and inflammatory conditions, asthma exacerbations, autoimmune disorders (e.g., rheumatoid conditions), nephrotic syndrome, skin disorders.
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Key details
Salt: Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)
Available variants: suspension 30 Ml, suspension 30 Ml 30 Ml
Price: ₹87 (₹2.89 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Defcort Oral Suspension
Defcort Oral Suspension contains Deflazacort (6mg/5ml). It belongs to the Glucocorticoid class of medicines.
Uses of Defcort Oral Suspension
- Allergic
- Inflammatory conditions
- Asthma exacerbations
- Autoimmune disorders (e.g.
- Rheumatoid conditions)
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Skin disorders
Benefits of Defcort Oral Suspension
- In Inflammation
- Defcort Oral powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly.
- In Allergic reactions
- Defcort Oral calms a severe allergic reaction, reducing swelling, rash and breathing difficulty.
- In Autoimmune conditions
- Defcort Oral dampens the immune system's attack on the body's own tissues, controlling flares of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.
- In Asthma flare
- Defcort Oral settles the airway inflammation of a severe asthma attack over a few days, restoring normal breathing and preventing the attack from worsening.
How Defcort Oral Suspension works
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by suppressing the immune response and decreasing release of inflammatory mediators. It helps relieve swelling, redness, pain and allergic symptoms.
How to take Defcort Oral Suspension
Take exactly as prescribed. Shake well before use and measure with a dosing syringe/cup. Can be taken with food or milk to reduce stomach upset; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Defcort Oral Suspension
Most side effects of Defcort Oral are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Increased appetite
- weight gain
- indigestion
- nausea
- mood changes
- sleep disturbance
- headache
- raised blood sugar
- fluid retention
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Defcort Oral Suspension
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingUNSAFE
- Defcort Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneySAFE
- Defcort Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Defcort Oral Suspension is recommended.Dose alterations may be required in severe kidney disease. Discuss with your child’s doctor thoroughly before giving Defcort Oral Suspension to your child.
- LiverCAUTION
- Defcort Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Defcort Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Do not stop abruptly (risk of adrenal suppression). Use with caution in diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, glaucoma/cataract, peptic ulcer, liver disease and infections. Avoid exposure to chickenpox/measles; steroids can worsen infections. Long-term use may cause growth suppression in children, bone loss and Cushingoid features.
Do not take Defcort Oral if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.
Interactions with other medicines
NSAIDs (GI bleeding risk), anticoagulants (warfarin), antidiabetics (reduced effect), rifampicin/phenytoin/carbamazepine (reduced steroid effect), ketoconazole/ritonavir (increased steroid levels), live vaccines (avoid)
How to store Defcort Oral Suspension
Store below 25°C, protect from light and moisture. Keep bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Defcort Oral Suspension
- Take the whole daily dose in the morning with food, unless your doctor directs otherwise.
- This suits the body's own rhythm and helps you sleep.
- Carry a steroid card or note if you are on a long course.
- Watch your salt, sugar and weight during the course.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class:
- Glucocorticoid
Substitutes for Defcort Oral Suspension
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
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Defcort Oral Suspension FAQs
What is Defcort Oral Suspension used for?
Defcort Oral Suspension is commonly used for Allergic and inflammatory conditions, asthma exacerbations, autoimmune disorders (e.g., rheumatoid conditions), nephrotic syndrome, skin disorders. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Defcort Oral Suspension?
Inflammation: Defcort Oral powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly. It is also used for allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions, asthma flare.
What is the salt in Defcort Oral Suspension?
Defcort Oral Suspension contains Deflazacort (6mg/5ml). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Defcort Oral Suspension?
Take exactly as prescribed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Defcort Oral Suspension work?
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by suppressing the immune response and decreasing release of inflammatory mediators.
Is Defcort Oral Suspension a prescription medicine?
Yes. Defcort Oral Suspension is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Defcort Oral Suspension?
The side effects reported most often with Defcort Oral are Increased appetite, weight gain, indigestion, nausea, mood changes. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Defcort Oral Suspension be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Defcort Oral Suspension in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Defcort Oral.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Defcort Oral Suspension?
Limit alcohol while taking Defcort Oral Suspension; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Defcort Oral Suspension?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Defcort Oral Suspension habit forming?
No. Defcort Oral Suspension is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Defcort Oral Suspension?
Defseas 1 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹34 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Defcort Oral Suspension cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Defcort Oral Suspension starts at ₹87 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in suspension 30 Ml, suspension 30 Ml 30 Ml. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Defcort Oral Suspension?
Defcort Oral Suspension is manufactured by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Defcort Oral Suspension delivered?
Defcort Oral Suspension is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Defcort Oral Suspension, Quick facts
- Salt
- Deflazacort (6mg/5ml)
- Form
- suspension
- Price
- ₹87 (₹2.89 per ml)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Manufacturer
- MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class
- Glucocorticoid
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- suspension 30 Ml, suspension 30 Ml 30 Ml
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling
- Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO guidance, established medical literature
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Defcort Oral Suspension.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.