Description

1. Product Overview: Deflaxen® is a tablet formulation of Deflazacort 6 mg, a glucocorticoid corticosteroid used in the treatment of inflammatory, allergic, autoimmune conditions and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

2. Composition: Active Ingredient: Deflazacort 6 mg | Dosage Form: Tablet

3. Pharmacological Class: Glucocorticoid (Corticosteroid)

4. Mechanism of Action: Deflazacort works by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators and modifying immune system activity, thereby reducing inflammation and immune-related tissue damage.

5. Indications: Duchenne muscular dystrophy | Allergic disorders | Asthma | Rheumatoid arthritis | Autoimmune and inflammatory diseases

6. Dosage & Administration: As prescribed by physician | Oral use | May be taken with or without food | Swallow tablet whole

7. Clinical Benefits: Reduces inflammation and swelling | Suppresses abnormal immune response | Helps manage chronic autoimmune diseases | Supports muscle function in DMD patients

8. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to Deflazacort or any component | Avoid in patients with untreated systemic infections

9. Precautions: Long-term use may cause immune suppression | Monitor blood glucose and blood pressure | Risk of infection | Use under strict medical supervision

10. Drug Interactions: May interact with enzyme inducers (e.g., rifampicin, phenytoin) and inhibitors, altering drug levels

11. Special Populations: Use cautiously in pregnancy and breastfeeding | Pediatric use requires careful dose adjustment | Elderly patients need monitoring

12. Adverse Effects: Increased appetite | Weight gain | Mood changes | Cushing-like symptoms | Gastrointestinal discomfort | Susceptibility to infections

13. Storage Conditions: Store below 30°C | Protect from light and moisture | Keep out of reach of children

14. Packaging: Tablet in blister pack

15. Manufacturer: Everest Pharmaceutical Ltd.