What is Calcort (deflazacort) for?
Calcort (deflazacort) is used to treat many conditions. These include:
- inflammation like asthma, arthritis, and allergies
- skin, kidney, heart, digestive system, eyes or blood conditions
- tumours
It’s also used to weaken the immune system for transplant operations.
Deflazacort is often used for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It’s the most common corticosteroid for DMD in Canada.
How does Calcort (deflazacort) work?
Glucocorticoids are natural corticosteroids in our bodies. They help keep us healthy and well.
Adding extra corticosteroid can help treat many illnesses. Deflazacort reduces inflammation. It also stops autoimmune reactions. These are when our immune system attacks our body.
Is Calcort (deflazacort) approved?
Calcort is approved in several countries. These include:
- MHRA approved (UK)
- BfArM approved (DE)
Deflazacort isn’t a new medicine. It’s sold under different names worldwide. In the UK and Germany, it’s known as Calcort.
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