DEFCORT TM TAB

Overview

DEFCORT TM TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DEFCORT TM TAB is composed of: DEFLAZACORT (30.0 MG), TAMSULOSIN (0.4 MG)

Deflazacort is a steroid that reduces inflammation in the body. Deflazacort is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in adults and children who are at least 5 years old.Deflazacort is not a cure for muscular dystrophy, but this medicine may improve muscle strength and slow the progression of disability.
Tamsulosin is an alpha-blocker that relaxes the muscles in the prostate and bladder neck, making it easier to urinate.Tamsulosin is used to improve urination in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.Tamsulosin is not approved for use in women or children.

Usage

DEFLAZACORT is generally used to treat: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

TAMSULOSIN is generally used to treat: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
TAMSULOSIN can address symptoms like: Frequent Urge To Urinate, Frequent Nighttime Urination, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Slow Or Weak Urine Stream

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 5yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DEFCORT TM TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for DEFCORT TM TAB and its Constituents

Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine using only the dosing syringe provided. If you do not have this dosing syringe, ask your pharmacist for one. Do not receive a "live" vaccine while using deflazacort, or you could develop a serious infection.

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to tamsulosin.
• Do not take tamsulosin together with similar medicines such as alfuzosin, doxazosin,prazosin , silodosin or terazosin.
• Take tamsulosin exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Tamsulosin is usually taken once a day, approximately 30 minutes after a meal. Try to take this medication at the same time each day.
• Do not crush, chew, or open a capsule. Swallow the capsule whole.
• Your blood pressure will need to be checked often.
• If you stop taking tamsulosin for any reason, call your doctor before you start taking it again.You may need a dose adjustment.
• Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• Tamsulosin may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
• Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy. Get up slowly and steady yourself to prevent a fall.To prevent dizziness, avoid standing for long periods of time or becoming overheated during exercise and in hot weather.
• Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of tamsulosin.

Symptoms of Overdosage

TAMSULOSIN over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

DEFLAZACORT : Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Loose Motion, Pain With Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Lower Back Pain, Nausea, Vomit
TAMSULOSIN : Insomnia, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Head Headache, Chest Pain, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Fever, Chills, Body Pain, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Cough, Difficulty Sleeping, Nasal Congestion, Painful Ejaculation

Serious Side-Effects

DEFLAZACORT : Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Body Pain, Chills, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Head Headache, Increased Thirst, Restless Or Irritability, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose
TAMSULOSIN : Chest Pain, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands, Difficulty Swallowing, Loss Of Voice

Rare Side-Effects

DEFLAZACORT : Hives, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Body Itching, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips
TAMSULOSIN : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fainting, Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Hallucinations, Pain During Erection, Spinning Sensation

Disease Interactions

TAMSULOSIN can interfere with: Hypotension, Syncope, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Glaucoma, Cataract, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

DEFLAZACORT is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES
TAMSULOSIN is categorized as: ANTIADRENERGIC AGENTS, PERIPHERALLY ACTING / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DEFCORT TM TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DEFCORT TM TAB	INR 531 for 10 TABLETS	DEFLAZACORT 30.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
TAMFIL S CAP	INR 551 for 10CAPSULES	DEFLAZACORT 30 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG
TAMFIL S CAPULE	INR 551 for 10 CAPSULES	DEFLAZACORT 30.0 MG, TAMSULOSIN 0.4 MG