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Low Dex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Common Cold, Allergy, Asthma. Other than this, Low Dex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Low Dex. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Low Dex also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Low Dex have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Low Dex go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Low Dex's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Low Dex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Low Dex related warnings section.
Low Dex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Low Dex in conditions like Heart Disease, Infections, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Low Dex have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Low Dex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Low Dex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Low Dex 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 |
Is the use of Low Dex safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Low Dex on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Low Dex safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Low Dex on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Low Dex will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Low Dex on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Low Dex on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Low Dex will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Low Dex on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Low Dex on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Low Dex on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Low Dex on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Low Dex 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 Low Dex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Low Dex habit forming or addictive?
Low Dex does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Low Dex
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Low Dex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Low Dex
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Low Dex with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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