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Tojawa D, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. The alternative uses of Tojawa D have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Tojawa D is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Tojawa D include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tojawa D as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Tojawa D are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Tojawa D's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tojawa D related warnings talks about Tojawa D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tojawa D is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Tojawa D are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Tojawa D may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tojawa D is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Tojawa D is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Tojawa D safe for pregnant women?
Tojawa D can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tojawa D safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Tojawa D. If you see any side effects, stop taking Tojawa D immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Tojawa D again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tojawa D on the Kidneys?
Tojawa D rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tojawa D on the Liver?
Tojawa D is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Tojawa D on the Heart?
Tojawa D is not harmful for the heart.
Tojawa D 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 Tojawa D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tojawa D habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tojawa D is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Tojawa D
You can take Tojawa D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tojawa D
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tojawa D and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No. Tojawa D Should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Tojawa D can cause withdrawal symptoms.
This Tojawa D 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.
Yes, long-term use of Tojawa D 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.
Tojawa D 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.
Tojawa D comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Tojawa D.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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