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Dexa is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule,Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Dexa has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Dexa depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Dexa include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dexa can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Dexa are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Dexa has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dexa's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Dexa is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dexa contraindications section.
Additionally, Dexa may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dexa is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Dexa is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Dexa safe for pregnant women?
Dexa should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dexa safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Dexa. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dexa on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Dexa. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dexa on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Dexa. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Dexa on the Heart?
Effects of Dexa on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Dexa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexa unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexa habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dexa.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dexa as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dexa only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dexa for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dexa
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dexa together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexa
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dexa with alcohol.
Dexa is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.
Dexa 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.
Dexa if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
This Dexa is a brand name of dexamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids more precisely (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, use of Dexa for long-term can result in weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention which causes weight gain in the patient, if the drug is taken in form of a tablet.
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