Myfez 30mg Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Arrowin Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient Deflazacort (30mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassGluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassHORMONES
Action ClassGlucocorticoids
User Rating4.7
User Reviews647

FAQ

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What is Myfez 30mg used for?
Myfez 30mg 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.
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How does Myfez 30mg work?
Myfez 30mg 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.
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Can I take Myfez 30mg with Tamsulosin?
Yes, Myfez 30mg can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.
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Is Myfez 30mg a painkiller?
No, Myfez 30mg is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.
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Is Myfez 30mg better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Myfez 30mg has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Myfez 30mg is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
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Is Myfez 30mg a steroid?
Yes, Myfez 30mg is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Myfez 30mg increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).
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What if you forget to take Myfez Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Myfez 30mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Myfez 30mg Tablet Reviews

Myfez 30mg 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.

Myfez 30mg 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.

Use 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.

Myfez 30mg 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. Before 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.

How Myfez 30mg Tablet Works

Myfez 30mg is a corticosteroid. It increases the level of glucocorticoid in the body and works by decreasing the formation of substances that cause inflammation and suppresses immunity to stop self damage to the body by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants or cancer).

How to Use Myfez 30mg Tablet

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. Myfez 30mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid Myfez 30mg with salad and vegetable diet.

Benefits of Myfez 30mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions: Myfez 30mg gives relief in autoimmune conditions like psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, eczema, atopic dermatitis, etc. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions.
  • In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions: Myfez 30mg gives relief in inflammatory conditions that affect muscles and joints such as arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps manage other inflammatory conditions such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, and allergies. It works by blocking certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

Uses of Myfez 30mg Tablet

  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Myfez 30mg Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Driving  SAFE
Myfez 30mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Myfez 30mg 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.
Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Myfez 30mg is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Myfez 30mg is recommended.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Myfez 30mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Myfez 30mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Myfez 30mg is recommended.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Myfez 30mg.

Quick Tips

  • Do not stop taking Myfez 30mg suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
  • Myfez 30mg can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Myfez 30mg. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Myfez 30mg helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
  • Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Deflazacort [Prescribing Information]. Northbrook, IL: Marathon Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2017.

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