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Demisone 0.5 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Secondary and off-label uses of Demisone 0.5 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Demisone 0.5 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Demisone 0.5 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Demisone 0.5 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Demisone 0.5 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Demisone 0.5 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Demisone 0.5 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Demisone 0.5 Tablet related warnings section.
Demisone 0.5 Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Demisone 0.5 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Demisone 0.5 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Demisone 0.5 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Demisone 0.5 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Demisone 0.5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Demisone. If you are pregnant, do not take Demisone without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Demisone 0.5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Demisone 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 Demisone 0.5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Demisone 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 Demisone 0.5 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Demisone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Demisone only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Demisone 0.5 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Demisone on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Demisone 0.5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Demisone 0.5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Demisone 0.5 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Demisone 0.5 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Demisone 0.5 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Demisone 0.5 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Demisone 0.5 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Demisone 0.5 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Demisone 0.5 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Demisone 0.5 Tablet.
Demisone 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Demisone can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Yes, Demisone 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.
Demisone if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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