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Dexoderm Tablet 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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Is the use of Dexoderm Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Dexoderm in pregnant women.
Is the use of Dexoderm Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Dexoderm may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dexoderm Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Dexoderm. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Dexoderm Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Dexoderm. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dexoderm Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Dexoderm without any fear of damage to the heart.
Dexoderm Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexoderm Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexoderm Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Dexoderm Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dexoderm Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dexoderm Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dexoderm Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dexoderm Tablet
It is safe to take Dexoderm Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexoderm Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dexoderm Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Dexoderm is a steroid. It contains clobetasol which is a potent corticosteroid. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.
Yes, Dexoderm might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Dexoderm to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
No, Dexoderm does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Dexoderm might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.
Application of Dexoderm on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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