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Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Deflazacort (6mg)
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Defshield 6 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of inflammation, allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions and asthma flare.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Deflazacort (6mg)
Available variants: tablet 6 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹113 (₹11.27 per tablet)
MRP: ₹119
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CIPLA LIMITED
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Defshield 6 mg Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Defshield 6 mg Tablet contains Deflazacort (6mg). It belongs to the Systemic corticosteroid class of medicines.
Uses of Defshield 6 mg Tablet
- This medicine is used in the treatment of inflammation
- allergic reactions
- autoimmune conditions and asthma flare.
Key benefits
- Fast and powerful control of inflammation
- Life-saving in severe allergic and autoimmune disease
How Defshield 6 mg Tablet works
Deflazacort suppresses inflammation and calms an over-active immune response throughout the body.
How to take Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it in the morning, with food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Defshield are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Increased appetite and weight gain
- Raised blood sugar
- Difficulty sleeping
- Mood change
- Indigestion
- Fluid retention
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Never stop a course of more than a few days suddenly. Your body stops making its own steroid while you take these, and abrupt withdrawal can cause a dangerous collapse. Your doctor will taper the dose. Tell any doctor treating you that you take steroids, and say so urgently if you develop a serious infection, injury or need surgery — you may need a higher dose to cope. Steroids raise blood sugar. If you have diabetes, monitor it more closely during a course. Long-term use thins bones, raises the risk of infection, cataract and glaucoma. Your doctor will monitor and may add bone protection. Chickenpox and measles can be severe in people on steroids — seek advice promptly after any contact.
Do not take Defshield 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
Anti-inflammatory painkillers together with steroids markedly raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Live vaccines are generally avoided during significant steroid treatment.
How to store Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Defshield 6 mg Tablet
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:
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class:
- Systemic corticosteroid
Substitutes for Defshield 6 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Deflazacort (6mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Defshield 6 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defseas 1 mg TabletOVERSEAS HEALTHCARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹32 | 72% cheaper |
| Defcort Oral SuspensionMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | suspension · 30 Ml | ₹78 | 31% cheaper |
| Cortimax SuspensionZuventus Healthcare Ltd | 30ML | ₹91 | 20% cheaper |
| Zefcort 6 mg Tablet | 1X10 | ₹99 | 12% cheaper |
| Starcort-6 TabletLIVIDUS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD.` | tablet · 10`S | ₹106 | 6% cheaper |
| Mahacort-Dz 6 TabletMANKIND (PHARMA) | tablet · 10`S | ₹113 | 1% more |
| Flazicort-6 mg TabletELINOR HEALTHCARE PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹120 | 7% more |
| Kortuf 6 mg TabletKLM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹124 | 10% more |
| Desacort 6 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹128 | 14% more |
| Defzet TabletPROPEL HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹134 | 19% more |
| Direct 6 TabletCAPITAL PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹134 | 19% more |
| FlamcorLINUX LABORATORIES` | 10`S | ₹138 | 22% more |
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Defshield 6 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Defshield 6 mg Tablet used for?
Defshield 6 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of inflammation, allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions and asthma flare. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Defshield 6 mg Tablet contains Deflazacort (6mg). 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Defshield 6 mg Tablet work?
Deflazacort suppresses inflammation and calms an over-active immune response throughout the body.
Is Defshield 6 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Defshield 6 mg Tablet 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Defshield are Increased appetite and weight gain, Raised blood sugar, Difficulty sleeping, Mood change, Indigestion. 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Defshield.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Defshield 6 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Defshield 6 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Defseas 1 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹32 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Defshield 6 mg Tablet starts at ₹113 (MRP ₹119) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 6 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Defshield 6 mg Tablet?
Defshield 6 mg Tablet is manufactured by CIPLA LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Defshield 6 mg Tablet delivered?
Defshield 6 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Defshield 6 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Deflazacort (6mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹113 (₹11.27 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹119
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Manufacturer
- CIPLA LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class
- Systemic corticosteroid
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 6 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Defshield 6 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- 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 Defshield 6 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
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.