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Dexamethasone + Ketorolac is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexamethasone + Ketorolac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac safe for pregnant women?
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac safe during breastfeeding?
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac on the Kidneys?
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Dexamethasone + Ketorolac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dexamethasone + Ketorolac only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Ketorolac on the Heart?
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac 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 Dexamethasone + Ketorolac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexamethasone + Ketorolac habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dexamethasone + Ketorolac.
Interaction between Food and Dexamethasone + Ketorolac
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dexamethasone + Ketorolac and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexamethasone + Ketorolac
Consumption of alcohol and Dexamethasone + Ketorolac together may have severe effects on your health.
Precautions must be taken in patients with hypothyroidism, cirrhosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ulcerative colitis, thromboembolic disorders, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-sodium, low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Dexamethasone + Ketorolac.
Dexamethasone + Ketorolac 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.
Take Dexamethasone + Ketorolac as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Dexamethasone + Ketorolac 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 + Ketorolac 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.
This Dexamethasone + Ketorolac 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.
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