Demisone 4 mg Injection

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Demisone 4 mg Injection Information

Demisone 4 mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Demisone 4 mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Demisone 4 mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Demisone 4 mg Injection include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Demisone 4 mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Demisone 4 mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Demisone 4 mg Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Demisone 4 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Demisone 4 mg Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Demisone 4 mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Demisone 4 mg Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Demisone 4 mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Demisone 4 mg Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.


Demisone 4 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Demisone 4 mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Demisone 4 mg Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Angioedema
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
Geriatric
  • Disease: Angioedema
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 1 days
  • Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Allergy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Allergy
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Demisone 4 mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Demisone 4 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Demisone. If you are pregnant, do not take Demisone without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Demisone 4 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Demisone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Demisone 4 mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Demisone may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Demisone 4 mg Injection on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Demisone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Demisone only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Demisone 4 mg Injection on the Heart?


    There may be severe side effects of Demisone on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

    Severe

Demisone 4 mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Demisone 4 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Demisone 4 mg Injection

  • Is this Demisone 4 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Demisone 4 mg Injection is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Demisone 4 mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Demisone 4 mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Demisone 4 mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Demisone 4 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Demisone 4 mg Injection


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Demisone 4 mg Injection together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Demisone 4 mg Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Demisone 4 mg Injection.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Demisone 4 mg Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Demisone work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Demisone works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Demisone cause stomach upset?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Demisone raise blood sugar?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Demisone can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Demisone With Paracetamol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Demisone can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Demisone cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Demisone if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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