DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE

Overview

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE is a Schedule H drug.
Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid hormone (glucocorticoid) which works on immune system to help reduce itching, swelling and inflammation. It is used to treat conditions such as allergic reactions, certain skin and eye conditions, breathing problem, arthritis, problems with blood and bone marrow, ulcerative colitis, psoriasis, hormone or immune system disorder,  certain bowel disorders and certain cancers.

Usage

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE is generally used to treat: Cerebral Edema, Acute Mountain Sickness, Cushing’s Syndrome, Shock, Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Sclerosis, Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, Arthritis, Tendinitis, Acute Gouty Arthritis, Epicondylitis, Alopecia, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, Psoriasis, Granuloma Annulare, Lichen Planus, Keloids, Asthma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral, , , ,

Precautions

Consult your Doctor or Pharmacist if you have Diabetes, this drug may make it harder to control blood sugar levels. Taking alcohol while using this drug may make you more dizzy. Don’t  take this if you have any fungal infection in your body, it may worsen the infection. Caution your Doctor or Pharmacist if you are allergic to this drug. Don’t have any vaccination or immunization, live vaccines may cause serious complications.

Common Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE : Acne, Dizziness, Weight Gain, Hair Loss

Serious Side-Effects

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE : Anxiety, Agitation, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings

Disease Interactions

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE can interfere with: Myocardial Infarction, Ocular Herpes, Scleroderma, Strongyloidiasis, Cirrhosis, Depression, Hyperlipidemia, Hypothyroidism, Myasthenia Gravis, Myopathy, Osteoporosis, Thromboembolism

Technical Classification

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE as Ingredient

SOFRADEX 20GM CREAMFRAMYCETIN SULPHATE 1 %W/W, DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE 0.1 %W/W
SOFRADEX F CREAMCLOTRIMAZOLE 1 %W/W, FRAMYCETIN SULPHATE 1 %W/W, DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE 0.1 %W/W