Deflazacort

Deflazacort is a corticosteroid drug implicated for use in people with an inherited muscle disorder known as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. It works by reducing the inflammatory process and is strictly for use in children above two years of age and adults. Headache, dizziness, appetite increase, weakness, acne, joint pain, acid reflux, etc., are some known adverse effects of this drug.

  
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