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Is Deflazacort Safe For A 2 Months Old?

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Posted on Mon, 24 Mar 2014
Question: Hi, My daughter is 2 months old and weighs around 5.4 kg. She is suffering from cold and cough for 2 weeks. The doctor has prescribed her Deflazacort Oral Suspension (LAZA). Is it advisable to give her this ?
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Answered by Dr. Synthyia Bhagat (18 minutes later)
Brief Answer: yes. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. I understand your concern. Relax,there is nothing to worry. Deflazocort is a steroid which is anti inflammatory. It can be safely given in prescribed dosage. Be in constant follow up with your pediatrician. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can help further. Wishing your baby good health. God bless..
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Is Deflazacort Safe For A 2 Months Old?

Brief Answer: yes. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. I understand your concern. Relax,there is nothing to worry. Deflazocort is a steroid which is anti inflammatory. It can be safely given in prescribed dosage. Be in constant follow up with your pediatrician. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can help further. Wishing your baby good health. God bless..