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Dexacip is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Drops. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Dexacip also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dexacip. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Dexacip include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. While these are the most often observed Dexacip side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Dexacip are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Dexacip's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Dexacip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dexacip related warnings section.
Dexacip 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 Dexacip contraindications section.
Besides this, Dexacip may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Dexacip, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Dexacip 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Dexacip safe for pregnant women?
Dexacip shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dexacip safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Dexacip. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Dexacip on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Dexacip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dexacip on the Liver?
Dexacip can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dexacip on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Dexacip on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Dexacip 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 Dexacip unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexacip habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dexacip is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dexacip does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dexacip is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dexacip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dexacip
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dexacip together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexacip
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dexacip and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No. Dexacip Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Dexacip can cause withdrawal symptoms.
No, Dexacip is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Dexacip suppresses the immune system that causes decreased immunity which can lead to infection to the patient taking it. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
Dexacip if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Dexacip is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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