Defcort 6

Defcort 6 tablets from Macleods contain a low strength of Deflazacort, a glucocorticoid (corticosteroid). The lower strength is often used as a maintenance dose or for milder conditions and for children.

• Mild to moderate inflammatory conditions
• Allergic and skin conditions
• Maintenance therapy in autoimmune diseases
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Asthma maintenance in selected cases

Deflazacort changes in the body into an active form that calms inflammation and slows down immune cells that attack the body. This reduces swelling, pain and other symptoms of the disease.

Take as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water, usually with food or milk to protect the stomach. Never stop suddenly; the doctor will lower the dose slowly when it is safe.

• Increased appetite, weight gain
• Mood changes, sleep changes
• Higher blood sugar or blood pressure
• Stomach upset or acidity
• Easy bruising, thinning skin
• Higher chance of infections with long use

Tell your doctor about diabetes, high blood pressure, glaucoma, peptic ulcer, tuberculosis or any active infection. Avoid contact with people who have chickenpox or measles if you have not had them. Inform if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Carry a steroid card if used long term.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius in a dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep the strip in its original pack and out of reach of children.