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Demed 6mg Tablet is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in children above 2 years of age. It contains deflazacort, which binds to immune cells, resulting in the inhibition of inflammation and autoimmune diseases that occur due to the production of chemicals called cytokines responsible for inflammation. It makes organ transplantation possible and treats muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Some children may experience side effects such as nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhea, and fast heartbeats. Before giving this medicine, tell your doctor if your child is allergic to any of its components. Let the doctor know if your child is taking any other medication or has pre-existing medical conditions.
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Demed 6mg Tablet is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD is a genetic disorder that causes muscles to weaken and waste away) in children over two years of age. DMD is a hereditary condition that causes gradual muscle weakness, usually in boys.
Demed 6mg Tablet contains Deflazacort, an immunosuppressive drug that works by reducing inflammation (swelling) and altering the immune system's function. As a result, Demed 6mg Tablet helps with autoimmune disorders and inflammation that damages different organs, particularly the joints in psoriasis and arthritis.
Demed 6mg Tablet should be administered as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you give Demed 6mg Tablet to your child based on their medical condition. Some children may experience nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhea, and fast heartbeats. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your child's doctor. Do not quit giving deflazacort without consulting your doctor. Symptoms such as loss of appetite, a disturbed stomach, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, joint and muscle pain, peeling skin, and weight loss may be caused by stopping the medication suddenly.
Before you start giving Demed 6mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if your child is allergic (hypersensitive) to Demed 6mg Tablet. Extra care is to be taken when a child has an already existing infection being treated (systemic infection) or has recently had some live virus vaccines.
Uses of Demed 6mg Tablet
Directions for Use
Use the measuring cup or dropper in the pack to give your child the recommended dose. Shake the bottle well before each use.
Medicinal Benefits
Demed 6mg Tablet is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a rare hereditary muscular disease that primarily affects children and young adults. DMD is characterized by the absence of dystrophin, a protein that aids in maintaining the integrity of muscle cells. Deflazacort is a corticosteroid, or steroid that mimics cortisone. It treats autoimmune diseases such as atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and eczema. It reduces the immune system's reactivity to these ailments, lessening symptoms, including pain, swelling, itching, and other allergic reactions.
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Drug Warnings
If your child with a history of tuberculosis (TB), heart disease or heart failure, stomach disorders (gastritis, peptic ulcer), diabetes (including family history), osteoporosis (bone disease), myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), depression, mental distress, history of muscular problems caused by corticosteroids, kidney and liver dysfunction (including hepatic insufficiency and cirrhosis), you should consult a doctor before giving Demed 6mg Tablet to them. This medicine is not recommended for children less than 5 years of age unless advised by your doctor. Keep the children away from people who are sick. Avoid giving them live vaccines 4-6 weeks before starting Demed 6mg Tablet to prevent harmful reactions.
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Blood levels of Demed 6mg Tablet may rise in children with hepatic impairment. Consequently, it is essential to closely monitor and modify the deflazacort dosage to the lowest adequate level.
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Limited information is available. If your child has kidney problems, inform the doctor beforehand.
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Demed 6mg Tablet is safe if prescribed by your doctor. However, please consult your doctor before giving Demed 6mg Tablet to your child. Demed 6mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age.
Demed 6mg Tablet is used to treat Duchene muscular dystrophy. It may also be used to treat allergic and inflammatory disorders.
You should not give Demed 6mg Tablet if your child has taken live vaccines of mumps, measles, rubella (MMR), polio, rotavirus, yellow fever, typhoid, nasal flu (influenza), varicella (chickenpox), and zoster (shingles). Do not give Demed 6mg Tablet if your child has a compromised immune system, eye problems, or weak bones.
Yes, Demed 6mg Tablet is a steroid medication. It's a corticosteroid, also known as a glucocorticoid.
No, Demed 6mg Tablet is not a painkiller. It is a steroid medication.
Yes, it is safe to use Demed 6mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. Give it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Common side effects of Demed 6mg Tablet may include nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhea, and fast heartbeats. Most of these side effects of Demed 6mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Please keep it away from pets and children.
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