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Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops 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 Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops 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. The section on Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops 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 Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops safe for pregnant women?
Dexasone shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Dexasone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops on the Kidneys?
Dexasone 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.
What is the effect of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Dexasone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dexasone only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops on the Heart?
Use of Dexasone may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops
There is no information on the effects of taking Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dexasone Eye/Ear Drops with alcohol.
This Dexasone 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.
Dexasone 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.
Yes, Dexasone 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.
Yes, Dexasone is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), dizziness, vomiting, and stomach upset. If you are experiencing any discomfort after taking this drug to inform your doctor.
No. Dexasone Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Dexasone can cause withdrawal symptoms.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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