Defcort 30

Defcort 30 tablets from Macleods contain a high strength of Deflazacort, a glucocorticoid (corticosteroid). This strength is usually reserved for conditions that need strong, short-term control of inflammation or immune activity.

• Severe inflammatory and autoimmune diseases
• Severe rheumatoid arthritis flares
• Nephrotic syndrome
• Duchenne muscular dystrophy
• Severe asthma or allergic conditions
• Some blood disorders

Deflazacort is converted in the body to an active form that strongly lowers inflammation and calms an overactive immune system. This reduces pain, swelling and tissue damage in the affected organs.

Take as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water, usually with food or milk to protect the stomach. Never stop on your own; the doctor will lower the dose gradually 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.