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Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Deflazacort 6 mg
Zacort 6 mg Tablet is used for used to treat inflammatory and autoimmune conditions such as asthma and severe allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, dermatologic inflammation, and other conditions where suppression of inflammation/immune response is required.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated August 2026
₹146₹14.57 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Deflazacort 6 mg
Available variants: tablet 6 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹146 (₹14.57 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: XEMEX PHARMA
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Zacort 6 mg Tablet contains Deflazacort 6 mg. It belongs to the Glucocorticoid class of medicines.
Uses of Zacort 6 mg Tablet
- Used to treat inflammatory and autoimmune conditions such as asthma and severe allergies
- rheumatoid arthritis
- lupus
- dermatologic inflammation
- and other conditions where suppression of inflammation/immune response is required.
Key benefits
- Reduces inflammation and swelling
- Suppresses overactive immune response
- Helps relieve allergy/asthma symptoms
- Improves symptoms in autoimmune disorders
How Zacort 6 mg Tablet works
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces the release of inflammatory mediators and suppresses immune system activity. This decreases swelling, redness, pain, and allergic-type symptoms in steroid-responsive conditions.
How to take Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor, preferably at the same time each day; usually taken with food to reduce stomach upset. Do not stop suddenly—dose is typically tapered if used for more than a few days.
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 the missed dose of Zacort as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
If you take too much
Taking more Zacort than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.
Side effects of Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Zacort are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Increased appetite
- weight gain
- stomach upset
- indigestion
- mood changes
- insomnia
- increased blood sugar
- fluid retention
- increased blood pressure
- acne
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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Use with caution / Consult doctor |
|---|---|
| Alcohol | Use with caution |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Long-term or high-dose use may cause adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, cataract/glaucoma, muscle weakness, infections, and delayed wound healing. Use with caution in diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcer disease, osteoporosis, glaucoma, tuberculosis or other infections. Avoid exposure to chickenpox/measles; seek medical advice if exposed. Do not receive live vaccines while on immunosuppressive doses. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice.
Interactions with other medicines
NSAIDs/aspirin (GI bleed risk), antidiabetics/insulin (may need dose adjustment), anticoagulants like warfarin (INR changes), diuretics (hypokalemia), CYP3A4 inducers such as rifampicin/phenytoin/carbamazepine (reduced effect), CYP3A4 inhibitors such as ketoconazole/ritonavir (increased side effects), vaccines (reduced response; avoid live vaccines)
How to store Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- XEMEX PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Corticosteroid (Anti-inflammatory/Immunosuppressant)
- Drug class:
- Glucocorticoid
Substitutes for Zacort 6 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Deflazacort 6 mg). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Zacort 6 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defseas 1 mg TabletOVERSEAS HEALTHCARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹34 | 77% cheaper |
| Defcort Oral SuspensionMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | suspension · 30 Ml | ₹87 | 41% cheaper |
| Cortimax SusZuventus Healthcare Ltd | 30ML | ₹95 | 34% cheaper |
| Starcort-6 TabletLIVIDUS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD.` | tablet · 10`S | ₹111 | 24% cheaper |
| Desacort 6 mg TabletEYSYS PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹135 | 7% cheaper |
| Defzet TabletPROPEL HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹141 | 3% cheaper |
| Logicort-6 mg TabletCanixa Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd. | tablet · 10`S | ₹141 | 3% cheaper |
| Direct 6 TabletCAPITAL PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹142 | 3% cheaper |
| FlamcorLINUX LABORATORIES` | 10`S | ₹145 | 1% cheaper |
| Defstar-6CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS LTD` | 10`S | ₹146 | same price |
| Deflastat 6 TabletSTATURE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE | tablet · 10`S | ₹146 | same price |
| Define 6 mg TabletBIOSWIZZ PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹148 | 2% more |
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Zacort 6 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Zacort 6 mg Tablet used for?
Zacort 6 mg Tablet is commonly used for Used to treat inflammatory and autoimmune conditions such as asthma and severe allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, dermatologic inflammation, and other conditions where suppression of inflammation/immune response is required. 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
Zacort 6 mg Tablet contains Deflazacort 6 mg. 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
Tablet for oral use. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Zacort 6 mg Tablet work?
Deflazacort is a corticosteroid that reduces the release of inflammatory mediators and suppresses immune system activity.
Is Zacort 6 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Zacort 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Zacort are Increased appetite, weight gain, stomach upset, indigestion, 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Use with caution / Consult doctor Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zacort.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
Use with caution
What if I miss a dose of Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
Take the missed dose of Zacort as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Is Zacort 6 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Zacort 6 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Zacort 6 mg Tablet starts at ₹146 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet?
Zacort 6 mg Tablet is manufactured by XEMEX PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Zacort 6 mg Tablet delivered?
Zacort 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.
Zacort 6 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Deflazacort 6 mg
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹146 (₹14.57 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- XEMEX PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- XEMEX PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid (Anti-inflammatory/Immunosuppressant)
- Drug class
- Glucocorticoid
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 6 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Zacort 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.
- Manufacturer labeling, established medical literature on deflazacort, standard pharmacology references
- 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 Zacort 6 mg Tablet.
- 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.