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Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids. Its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties give it the ability to treat a wide range of conditions in children. It is also one of the primary medicines used for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in infants and children.

Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is a chemical that can stop inflammation

Uses of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango in children

  • Treatment of Cancer
  • Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
  • Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
  • Treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy(DMD)

Benefits of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango for your child

In Treatment of Cancer

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango helps in the treatment of a variety of cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. It works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation around the site of cancer. It is used specifically to decrease swelling (edema), associated with tumors of the spine and brain. Moreover, it helps to treat or prevent allergic reactions in cancer patients.

In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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.

In Treatment of Autoimmune conditions

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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 Duchenne muscular dystrophy(DMD)

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a type of muscular dystrophy, characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy due to the effect of the body’s immune system mechanisms. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango slows the progression of DMD. The exact mechanism by which it acts is unclear, but it is thought to help mediate the condition by suppressing the immune system. For DMD, Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is approved to be used in children above 5 years of age.

Side effects of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango in children

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Flezanix

  • Mood changes
  • Abdominal pain
  • Increased appetite
  • Weight gain
  • Back pain
  • Common cold
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Nosebleeds
  • Fever
  • Stretch marks
  • Polyuria
  • Rash
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Central obesity
  • Excessive hair growth on face
  • Memory loss

How can I give Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango with salad and vegetable diet.

How Flezanix Oral Suspension works

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is a corticosteroid medicine. It acts like the body’s natural anti-inflammatory hormones called glucocorticoids. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango decreases the formation of chemical substances like prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and interleukins that are involved in inflammation, allergy, and cell multiplication. It also suppresses the immune system and stops the immune mechanisms from causing any self-damage to the body.

Safety advice

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is recommended.
Dose alterations may be required in severe kidney disease. Discuss with your child’s doctor thoroughly before giving Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to your child.
Liver
CAUTION
Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Prefer giving Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango with food as an empty stomach can trigger acidity and gastric reflux.
  • Avoid giving antacids along with Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango. If both need to be given, leave a gap of at least 2 hours between administration of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango and antacids.
  • Do not give it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango can make it harder for your child to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you notice any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
  • Do not stop the medicine abruptly. Seek the doctor’s guidance to taper the dose gradually as sudden withdrawal may result in a steroid withdrawal syndrome.
  • Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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.
  • Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
  • Do not stop taking Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy & Developmental delay , speech delay
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Your Question is not clear to me . Please ask your question more clearly and in detail and also try be more specific and descriptive.
Babu ke muscular dystrophy genetic problam 48&50gens delite dmd Muscular dystrophy genetic problam medcian pls
Dr. Vipul Aggarwal
Orthopaedics
There are no medcines for It as far as my knowledge is concernedAnd these case are seen by PediatricianPlease let me know if there is any itber way i can help u
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FAQs

In what conditions should I avoid giving Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to my child?

Avoid giving Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to your child if they have conditions like cardiac disease or congestive heart failure (except in the presence of active rheumatic carditis), hypertension, thromboembolic disorders, or diabetes mellitus. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango should also be avoided if your child has a family history of active TB, active herpes infection, osteoporosis, myasthenia gravis, or renal insufficiency.

What do I need to know about Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango and my child’s immunizations?

For certain vaccines (live or live-attenuated vaccines), your child will need to wait 4 to 6 weeks before starting Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango. Hence, your child needs to receive all immunizations according to immunization guidelines before they start taking Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango.

How can I store Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango at home?

Keep the medicine in a cool dry place out of the reach of children and pets. This will help avoid any accidental intake.

My child is suffering from a seizure disorder. Is it safe to give Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango to my child?

Ans: Prolonged intake of Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango can lead to mental illness as well as a seizure disorder. Therefore, any child who is already suffering from seizure disorder should not take Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango.

Is Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango a steroid?

Yes, Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body. These glucocorticoids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango increases the corticosteroids levels in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling).

What is Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango used for?

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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.

How does Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango work?

Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango 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.

Is Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango better than Prednisone?

Clinical studies have shown that Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango has a similar effect as that of prednisone. Moreover, Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.

Is Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango a painkiller?

No, Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango is not a painkiller. It belongs to the class of medicines known as steroids.

Can I take Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango with Tamsulosin?

Yes, Flezanix Oral Suspension Mango can be taken with Tamsulosin. No harmful effects or any other interactions have been reported when they are used together.

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