DEFGLU 6
Overview:
Defglu contains Deflazacort 6mg, a glucocorticoid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is widely prescribed for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, offering better tolerability and fewer side effects compared to other corticosteroids.
- Class
- Dosage
- Indications
- Mechanism of action
Corticosteroid
Rheumatoid arthritis
Lupus erythematosus
Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)
Asthma and severe allergies
Myasthenia gravis
Polymyositis and dermatomyositis
Nephrotic syndrome
Post-organ transplantation (to prevent rejection)
Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations
Deflazacort modulates inflammatory responses by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines and suppressing immune cell activity. It also stabilizes lysosomal membranes and decreases capillary permeability.
