Defzal 6mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: October 8th, 2025

Product Of British Biologicals

Composition: Deflazacort (6mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 135.94

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All Details About Defzal 6mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Defzal 6mg Tablet

Description:

Defzal 6mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions and autoimmune conditions.

Defzal 6mg Tablet works by inhibiting the release of substances that cause swelling or by changing how the immune system works. It can be taken on an empty stomach or after food. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Employ of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as increased appetite, weight gain, frequent urge to urinate, Cushing syndrome, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, abnormal hair growth, obesity, and nasopharyngitis. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know.

Defzal 6mg Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Earlier taking the medicine, you should let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking the medicine.

Uses:

Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Defzal 6mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Defzal 6mg Tablet with salad and vegetable diet.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Defzal

Increased appetite
Frequent urge to urinate
Cushing syndrome
Cough
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abnormal hair growth
Weight gain
Obesity
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Defzal 6mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Defzal 6mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Defzal 6mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Defzal 6mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Defzal 6mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Defzal 6mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Defzal 6mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Defzal 6mg Tablet is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Defzal 6mg Tablet a steroid?

Affirmative, Defzal 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Defzal 6mg Tablet increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

What is Defzal 6mg Tablet used for?

Defzal 6mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used for treating conditions like allergy diseases, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory skin diseases and autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage). The medicine also helps transplant patients as it suppresses the immune system so that the body does not reject the organ.

How does Defzal 6mg Tablet work?

Defzal 6mg Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. The medicine works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. Also, it stops the reactions known as autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.

Is Defzal 6mg Tablet better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Defzal 6mg Tablet has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Defzal 6mg Tablet is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

Is Defzal 6mg Tablet a painkiller?

No, Defzal 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Can I take Defzal 6mg Tablet with Tamsulosin?

Affirmative, Defzal 6mg Tablet can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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