Defcort 30 Mg

About Of Defcort 30 Mg

Defcort 30 mg active ingredient deflazacort, which is a corticosteroid medication used to treat a variety of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

Deflazacort is known for having a similar anti-inflammatory effect as other corticosteroids like prednisone but with potentially fewer side effects, especially concerning bone health and glucose metabolism.

Uses

• Autoimmune Diseases: Conditions such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.
• Allergic Reactions: Severe allergic conditions that don’t respond to other treatments.
• Inflammatory Conditions: Chronic inflammatory diseases like inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis) and asthma.
• Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD): Deflazacort is commonly used to improve muscle strength and function in patients with DMD.
• Organ Transplantation: Used to prevent organ rejection by suppressing the immune system.

How Defcort 30 Mg Works?

Deflazacort works by mimicking the effects of naturally occurring corticosteroids produced by the adrenal glands. It reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune system, thereby helping control symptoms in various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.

Last Updated on 08/29/2024 ✔ Medically Reviewed by Dr. Arjun Srivastav