DEXAMETHASONE Tablet
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Product introduction
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of various diseases and conditions such as inflammatory conditions, autoimmune conditions, and cancer.
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet provides relief from swelling, redness, pain, and itching in the affected area by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
The most common side effects of this medicine include cardiovascular complications, electrolyte imbalances, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic disorders, musculoskeletal pain, neurological disorders, and weight gain. If you experience such symptoms that persist or get worse, let your doctor know.
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet provides relief from swelling, redness, pain, and itching in the affected area by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.
The most common side effects of this medicine include cardiovascular complications, electrolyte imbalances, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic disorders, musculoskeletal pain, neurological disorders, and weight gain. If you experience such symptoms that persist or get worse, let your doctor know.
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to ask the advice of their doctors before taking this medicine.
Uses of DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet
- Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
- Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Benefits of DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet 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
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet 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.
Side effects of DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of DEXAMETHASONE(IPC)
- Cardiovascular complications
- Metabolic disorder
- Infection
- Hiccup
- Decreased sperm count
- Cushing syndrome
How to use DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DEXAMETHASONE Tablet is to be taken with food.
How DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet works
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with DEXAMETHASONE Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether DEXAMETHASONE Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of DEXAMETHASONE Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking DEXAMETHASONE Tablet.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking DEXAMETHASONE Tablet.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of DEXAMETHASONE Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- DEXAMETHASONE Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Interaction with drugs
Taking DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause lethal infections.
It is recommended to wait at least 3 months after discontinuing a high dose of Dexamethasone before taking Herpes Zoster / Shingles Va
Concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as weight gain, increased appetite, facial swelling, mood changes, insomni
Concomitant use may cause lethal infections.
It is recommended to wait at least 3 months after discontinuing a high dose of Dexamethasone before taking Cholera Vaccine (Inactivate
Concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as weight gain, increased appetite, facial swelling, mood changes, insomni
Concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as weight gain, increased appetite, facial swelling, mood changes, insomni
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking DEXAMETHASONE Tablet
Once A Week
50%
Once A Day
33%
Twice A Day
17%
What are you using DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet for?
Cancer
33%
Asthma
33%
Others
33%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Poor
33%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using DEXAMETHASONE Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Mood changes
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take DEXAMETHASONE(IPC) Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate DEXAMETHASONE Tablet on price
Average
100%
FAQs
Is DEXAMETHASONE Tablet a steroid?
Yes, DEXAMETHASONE Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing. DEXAMETHASONE Tablet helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling) in the body.
What is DEXAMETHASONE Tablet used for?
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It also aids in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders. Additionally, it is used to treat cancer and nephrotic syndrome when used with other medicines.
How does DEXAMETHASONE Tablet work?
DEXAMETHASONE Tablet 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 DEXAMETHASONE Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that DEXAMETHASONE Tablet is a long-acting glucocorticoid, and it is nearly 6 times more potent than Prednisone. It stays in our body for a longer duration and is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However, consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.
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Name: Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Address: 142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Country of origin: India
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