Dexona Tablet
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Product introduction
Dexona 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.
Dexona 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.
Dexona 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.
Dexona 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.
Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet
- Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
- Treatment of Autoimmune conditions
Benefits of Dexona Tablet
In Treatment of Inflammatory conditions
Dexona 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
Dexona 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 Dexona 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 Dexona
- Cardiovascular complications
- Metabolic disorder
- Infection
- Hiccup
- Decreased sperm count
- Cushing syndrome
How to use Dexona 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. Dexona Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Dexona Tablet works
Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dexona 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
Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dexona Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dexona Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking Dexona Tablet.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests and other blood tests is advisable while you are taking Dexona Tablet.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Dexona 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.
- Dexona 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 Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet
Once A Day
60%
Twice A Day
40%
What are you using Dexona Tablet for?
Others
39%
Allergic cond*
26%
Asthma
13%
Severe allerg*
10%
Cancer
7%
*Allergic conditions, Severe allergic reactions
How much was the improvement?
Poor
35%
Average
34%
Excellent
32%
What were the side-effects while using Dexona Tablet?
Mood changes
58%
No Side Effec*
17%
Electrolyte i*
5%
Thinning of b*
5%
Increased app*
5%
*No Side Effect, Electrolyte imbalance, Thinning of bones, Increased appetite
How do you take Dexona Tablet?
With food
77%
With or witho*
13%
Empty stomach
10%
*With or without food
Please rate Dexona Tablet on price
Not Expensive
45%
Expensive
30%
Average
25%
FAQs
Is Dexona Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Dexona Tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and wellbeing. Dexona Tablet helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat and swelling) in the body.
What is Dexona Tablet used for?
Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet work?
Dexona 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 Dexona Tablet better than Prednisone?
Clinical studies have shown that Dexona 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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