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About Dexomet Tablet

DEXAMETHASONE belongs to a class of medications called 'Corticosteroids' prescribed for various allergic and inflammatory conditions, including severe illnesses like cancer. DEXAMETHASONE primarily treats and reduces symptoms of a wide range of inflammation, infections, allergic disorders, autoimmune diseases, cancer, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. DEXAMETHASONE is used as an anti-inflammatory medication (to decrease excess fluid overload) associated with spine and brain tumor (cancer), gastrointestinal inflammation disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), joint disorder (rheumatoid arthritis), allergies (asthma), autoimmune diseases (lupus), and to enhance appetite in the cancer patients. In some cancer patients, it reduces symptoms of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. In addition to this, DEXAMETHASONE also treats croup (barking cough) in children and reduces eye/ear inflammation.

DEXAMETHASONE contains 'Dexamethasone' usually prescribed as a short-term medication to treat and prevent various inflammation in the body. Corticosteroids are naturally found in our body and intake of DEXAMETHASONE boosts our body with an extra corticosteroid to treat multiple illnesses, including inflammation and allergies in the body. DEXAMETHASONE is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation/swelling and redness by preventing infection-fighting white blood cells (WBCs) from traveling to the area of swelling in your body. It also blocks chemical messenger in the brain that is responsible for causing inflammation and pain, helping reduce symptoms in various diseases. As a result, it lowers inflammation, which could otherwise make the condition worse. Effectively, DEXAMETHASONE helps to treat a wide range of inflammatory, allergic, and autoimmune diseases.

DEXAMETHASONE contains Dexamethasone available in oral form, injection, nasal drops, inhalers, and spray. DEXAMETHASONE must be taken regularly to get the maximum benefit of DEXAMETHASONE. Most of the side effects of DEXAMETHASONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Common side effects include stomach upset, low bone density, mood changes, and increased oral thrush (due to fungal infection). However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

It is not advisable to suddenly stop this medicine to avoid unpleasant side effects and sudden withdrawal symptoms. Inform your doctor if you have any lung or kidney disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), blood cancer, migraine (severe headache), epilepsy (fits), tuberculosis (TB), depression, high blood pressure, or heart problem. While taking DEXAMETHASONE, do not contact anyone who has shingles, chickenpox, or measles. If you accidentally come in contact with any person having them, please inform your doctor immediately as it requires special treatment if you have not had these illnesses. Please tell your doctor if you have had an accident, need to undergo a scheduled surgery, are ill, or need a vaccination (especially a live vaccination), as your doctor might discontinue DEXAMETHASONE in these conditions. Inform your doctor before taking DEXAMETHASONE if you are planning to get pregnant, are pregnant, or breastfeeding as DEXAMETHASONE is not recommended in these stages. The use of alcohol should be limited to avoid stomach ulcer formation, especially in patients with a peptic ulcer (stomach ulcer).

Uses of Dexomet Tablet

Inflammation, Allergies, Cancer, Croup (barking cough in children), Auto-immune diseases, Rheumatoid arthritis

Medicinal Benefits of Dexomet Tablet

DEXAMETHASONE contains 'Dexamethasone' usually prescribed as a short-term medication to treat and prevent various inflammation in the body. Corticosteroids are naturally found in our body and intake of DEXAMETHASONE boosts our body with an extra corticosteroid to treat multiple illnesses, including inflammation and allergies in the body. DEXAMETHASONE is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation/swelling and redness by preventing infection-fighting white blood cells (WBCs) from traveling to the area of swelling in your body. It also blocks chemical messenger in the brain that is responsible for causing inflammation and pain, helping reduce symptoms in various diseases. As a result, it lowers inflammation, which could otherwise make the condition worse. Effectively, DEXAMETHASONE helps to treat a wide range of inflammatory, allergic, and autoimmune diseases.

Directions for Use

Tablet form: It should be taken with a meal or just after a meal with plenty of water to avoid upset stomach in the dose and duration prescribed by a doctor. Injection form: Injection should only be put at the hospital by an expert. Soluble tablets: Dissolve them in a glass of water and then drink it. Liquid form: DEXAMETHASONE generally comes with a plastic syringe or spoon for accurate measurement. A kitchen spoon should not be used as it does not give the right amount. Inhaler: Breathe in slowly and hold the DEXAMETHASONE with the mouthpiece down. Now, place your lips around the mouthpiece for a tight seal. As you start slowly to breathe in through your mouth, press down on the inhaler one time. Keep breathing deeply in a slow manner.

Side Effects of Dexomet Tablet

Like all medicines, DEXAMETHASONE can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Most of the side effects of DEXAMETHASONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Common side effects include stomach upset, low bone density, mood changes, and oral thrush (prone to fungal infection). If you are using the injection form of DEXAMETHASONE, it may cause application site reactions, which will disappear soon. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. If you experience any allergic reaction symptoms such as rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc., you should immediately contact the doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take DEXAMETHASONE if you are allergic to any corticosteroids or any of the ingredients of DEXAMETHASONE. If you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding, it is recommended usually not to take DEXAMETHASONE. Do not abruptly stop taking DEXAMETHASONE as you might feel a headache or problem with vision, fever, or pain in muscles, which are withdrawal symptoms of DEXAMETHASONE. Consult your doctor, and your dose be lowered gradually to avoid any withdrawal symptoms. While taking DEXAMETHASONE, do not contact anyone who has shingles, chickenpox, or measles. If you accidentally come in contact with any person having them, please inform your doctor immediately as it requires special treatment if you have not had these illnesses. Intake of alcohol should be limited as it may lead to stomach ulcers when taken along with DEXAMETHASONE. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), blood cancer, migraine (severe headache), epilepsy (frequent fits), tuberculosis (TB), depression, or high blood pressure, or heart problem. If you have had an accident, need to undergo a scheduled surgery, or need a vaccination (especially a live vaccination), tell the doctor that you are taking DEXAMETHASONE as it needs to be stopped in all of the above conditions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 This medicine may have an interaction with medicines to treat heart and blood problems (warfarin),  antibiotics (rifampicin, rifabutin), anti-epilepsy medicines (phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbitone, primidone), antacids (carbenoxolone), pain killer (aspirin, ibuprofen), anti-HIV medicines (indinavir, saquinavir, ritonavir, cobicistat), oral contraceptives containing estrogen and progestogen, anti-cancer medicines (aminoglutethimide, methotrexate), anti-glaucoma medicines (acetazolamide).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DEXAMETHASONE should not be used in people with blood cancer, muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), depression, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), an underactive thyroid gland, herpes eye infection, peptic ulcer, osteoporosis (thinning of bones), epilepsy (fits), migraines, tuberculosis (TB). 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with DEXAMETHASONE. But intake of alcohol with DEXAMETHASONE may damage your liver. So intake of DEXAMETHASONE should be avoided with DEXAMETHASONE.

PREGNANCY

DEXAMETHASONE is a category C pregnancy drug, and it is not safe to be taken during pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

DEXAMETHASONE is known to pass through breast milk. So, it is recommended not to be taken during breastfeeding.

DRIVING

DEXAMETHASONE can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided. DEXAMETHASONE does not make you sleepy, so it's usually safe to drive a car. However, do not drive a car or operate machinery if your eyesight is affected.

LIVER

DEXAMETHASONE is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

DEXAMETHASONE is to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.