Medicines based on Dexamethasone Gentamicin
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Information
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Benefits & Uses
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Dosage & How to Take
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Side Effects
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with Other Drugs
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
- Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Benefits & Uses
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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
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Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is used -
Severe
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Bone degradation
- Allergic reaction
- Edema
- Blurred vision
- Pelvic Pain
- Bone Fracture
- Bradycardia
- Visual Disturbance
Moderate
- Increased Glucose level in the blood
- Cataract
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Hypertension
- Memory problems
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
Mild
- Skin irritation
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Loss of appetite
Common
- Skin scar
- Dryness
- Itching or burning
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
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Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Dexamethasone + Gentamicin.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Kidneys?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin rarely harms the kidneys.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Liver?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin does not damage the liver.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Heart?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is not harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with Other Drugs
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Infections
- Allergy
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Liver Disease
- Heart Disease
- Osteoporosis
- Depression
- Cataract
- Glaucoma
- Diabetes
- Drug Allergies
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Dehydration
Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
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Is this Dexamethasone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is addictive.
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
You can take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with alcohol will be.
Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
Question almost 6 years ago
How long can I safely take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Dexamethasone + Gentamicin cause low potassium?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology
Yes, long-term use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Dexamethasone + Gentamicin raise blood sugar?
Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery
Yes, Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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 almost 6 years ago
Can I take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
No, Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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 Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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.
Question about 6 years ago
When to take Dexamethasone + Gentamicin?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin should be ideally taken with food after evening. It has been observed that food has minimal significance in the drug absorption. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
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