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Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup 30 ml, Pack of 1 India
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is used to treat Duchene muscular dystrophy in adults and 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 people may experience side effects such as nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea and fast heartbeats. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

DEFLAZACORT-6MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Wockhardt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is used to treat Duchene muscular dystrophy in adults and children above 2 years of age. Autoimmune disease is a health disorder in which the immune system doesn't work normally and is unable to distinguish between foreign cells and native cells. This condition results in an immune system that starts to attack native cells and organs, leading to medical problems like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is an immunosuppressive drug that works by binding to immune system cells and turns off the receptors that lead to their abnormal functioning or damaging effects. Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup binds to immune cells, resulting in the inhibition of inflammation and autoimmune diseases that occur due to the production of chemicals called cytokines, which are responsible for inflammation. Thus, Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is beneficial in autoimmune diseases and inflammation that cause harm to various organs, especially in joints with arthritis and the skin in psoriasis. Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup makes organ transplantation possible and treats muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is available in both oral tablet and suspension dosage forms. The tablet form of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup can be taken with or without food and swallowed whole with a water glass. Do not crush, chew or break it. The liquid form of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup can be taken as directed by your doctor, using a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headaches, dizziness, skin rashes, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea, and fast heartbeats. Most of the side effects of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup do not require medical attention and usually resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Do not quit taking deflazacort without consulting your physician. Symptoms such as loss of appetite, stomach upset, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, joint and muscle pain, peeling skin, and weight loss may occur when the medication is stopped suddenly.

Before starting Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup, please inform your doctor that you are allergic or hypersensitive to Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup. Extra care is needed when a patient has an existing infection being treated (systemic infection) or has recently received live virus vaccines. A doctor's consultation is required as Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is not safe to use during pregnancy.

Uses of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup used in the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The detailed uses of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup are as follows: <br/>• Treatment of DMD: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy by slowing muscle degeneration, preserving strength, and improving mobility.<br/>• Anti-Inflammatory Treatment: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup reduces inflammation and relieves symptoms associated with conditions like arthritis, bursitis, and tendinitis.<br/>• Autoimmune Disorders Management: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup helps to manage autoimmune diseases like lupus and multiple sclerosis by suppressing the immune response.<br/>• Relief from Allergic Reactions: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup provides relief from symptoms of allergic reactions, such as allergic rhinitis, by reducing inflammation and immune response.<br/>• Managing Respiratory Conditions: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is also involved in managing respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD by reducing airway inflammation.<br/>• Skin Disorders Treatment: Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup treats skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis by reducing inflammatory responses.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup can be taken with or without food.• It is usually taken once daily at the same time each day or as prescribed by your doctor.• Swallow Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush or chew this medication.• If you cannot swallow the tablet as a whole, you may break it in half and take both halves separately.

Medicinal Benefits

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is beneficial in inflammatory diseases, including asthma, arthritis, and allergies. It is used in the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). It raises the amount of glucocorticoid in the body. It works by reducing the formation of inflammatory substances and suppressing immunity to prevent self-damage caused by the immune system (auto-immune reactions occurring in organ transplants, autoimmune diseases, or cancer). Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is a steroid that interacts with overactive immune cells, slows their activity, and decreases the damaging effects they cause in the body. 

How Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup Works

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is an immunosuppressive drug that works by binding to immune system cells and turns off the receptors that lead to their abnormal functioning or damaging effects. Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup binds to immune cells, resulting in the inhibition of inflammation and autoimmune diseases that occur due to the production of chemicals called cytokines, which are responsible for inflammation. Thus, Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is beneficial in autoimmune diseases and inflammation that causes harm in various organs, especially in joints in arthritis, skin, and psoriasis. Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup makes organ transplantation possible, and treats muscle disorders like Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

What if I have taken an overdose of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Patients 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), should consult a doctor before using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup.  This medicine is not recommended for children less than 5 years of age, lactating mothers and pregnant women. Avoid going near people who are sick or infected while using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup. Before taking Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup for at least, 4-6 weeks do not take any live vaccine as it may cause severe allergic reactions. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

A patient needs to take extra care of their hygiene and stay away from places or people believed to be a cause of infection, as this drug affects the immune system. Therefore, proper care is necessary.

 

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Alcohol

Caution

The effect of taking both alcohol and Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup may lead to bleeding and ulcers in the stomach. A doctor's consultation is recommended.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Not recommended in pregnant females.Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup crosses the placenta and doses equivalent to &gt;40 mg prednisolone daily increase the risk of fetal and neonatal damage.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

No adverse effect is reported yet it is advised to have doctors' consultation by breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

A patient may experience muscle weakness/feeling tired. Do not drive and do not use tools or machines while using this drug.

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Liver

Caution

If you've ever had hepatitis B or if you are a carrier of hepatitis B, using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup can cause this virus to become active or get worse. You may need frequent liver function tests. If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup.

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Kidney

Caution

Before using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup by a kidney patient it is recommended to have a doctors consultation. It may affect the kidney in a few cases.

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Children

Unsafe

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is not recommended for children below 5 years of age. Children between 5-10 years of age should consult a doctor before using Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup.

Have a query?

FAQs

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is used to treat Duchene muscular dystrophy. It may also be used to treat allergic and inflammatory disorders.

Not recommended in mild allergies. Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is recommended only after consulting a doctor, as it is a strong medicine that produces considerable side effects, and is used only in moderate to severe cases.

It is not recommended to stop by a patient himself/herself, especially by a patient undergoing organ transplantation as it may worsen the situation.

It is not recommended to be taken Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup with alcohol as it may cause stomach bleeding.

No its is not recommended to be used in seasonal allergy or mild cases. Only on doctors consultation, Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup may be used in extreme cases of seasonal allergy.

You should not use Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup if you have taken live vaccines of mumps, measles, rubella (MMR), polio, rotavirus, yellow fever, typhoid, nasal flu (influenza), varicella (chickenpox), and zoster (shingles). Do not take Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup if you have a compromised immune system, eye problems or weak bones.

Yes, Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is a steroid medication. It's a corticosteroid, also known as a glucocorticoid.

Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is less potent than Prednisone and is usually administered proportionately in higher doses.

No, Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup is not a painkiller. It is a steroid medication.

Yes, it can be used to treat kidney stones.

Swallow it whole with a glass of water at the start of a meal or slightly before. Space the doses evenly during the course. Do not chew or crush it. If you cannot swallow the tablet as a whole, you may break the pill into half and take both halves one at a time.

It may be unsafe for some to use. So please inform your doctor about your medical conditions and medications. Your doctor will decide whether it is suitable for you or not.

Yes, it is safe to use Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup if prescribed by the doctor. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Inadequate data available on the use of this drug in pregnant women to inform a drug-related risk. So, it should be used during pregnancy only if the benefit outweighs the risk to the fetus.

Common side effects of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup may include nausea, chest pain, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremors, nervousness, diarrhoea and fast heartbeats. Most of these side effects of Decdan Next 30 mg Syrup 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Wockhardt Towers, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India
Other Info - DEC0167

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Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:38 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Deflazacort
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6287.pdf
  3. https://www.mims.com/india/drug/info/deflazacort?type=full&amp;mtype=generic
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a617024.html

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