Dexam 4mg Tablet
Description
- Contains the active constituent dexamethasone.
- Belongs to the class of corticosteroids.
- Used to relieve inflammation in various diseases of multiple organs.
Uses
- Reducing inflammation in diseases of multiple organs.
- Treating inflammatory autoimmune conditions.
- Relieving inflammation and pain in certain types of cancers.
Important Information
- Do not take if allergic to dexamethasone or other ingredients.
- Avoid taking if you have fungal infections.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, heart disease, respiratory disorders, diabetes, eye problems, seizures, infections, tuberculosis, or psychiatric illness before starting treatment.
- Take with food to avoid stomach upset.
Side Effects
- Common: increased blood pressure, decreased body growth, abnormal vision, cataract, discomfort in the eye, depression, stomach ulcers, tiredness, increased appetite, weight gain, skin problems.
- Serious: bone problems, inflammation in heart muscles, inflammation of pancreas, glaucoma, increased blood sugar levels, decreased potassium levels.
Safety Advice
- Pregnancy: should not be used during pregnancy. Consult your physician.
- Breastfeeding: unsafe during breastfeeding. Consult your physician.
- Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases.
- Liver: consult your doctor if you have any liver problems.
- Alcohol: unsafe to consume alcohol with Dexam 4mg tablet.
- Driving: do not drive if you experience symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
How to Consume
- Take as prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallow the tablets whole with water.
- Do not break, chew, or crush the tablets.
- Take the tablet with food to avoid stomach upset.
FAQs
How long should I take Dexam 4mg tablet? Your doctor will decide your dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition and severity. If it is a long-term treatment, you should continue taking Dexam 4mg tablet. Do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Can Dexam 4mg tablet cause hair loss? Mild hair loss is possible with the treatment. If you face more hair fall, consult your doctor for advice.
Is Dexam 4mg tablet a steroid? Yes, Dexam 4mg tablet is a steroid medicine also known as glucocorticoids which occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health. It helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation in the body.
Can I breastfeed while taking Dexam 4mg tablet? No, breastfeeding is unsafe while taking this medicine because it may harm the baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment with Dexam 4mg tablet and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.
Why Dexam 4mg tablet is prescribed for treating cancers? Dexam 4mg tablet is proven to reduce inflammation and lower the body’s immune response when used with other drugs to treat certain types of cancers.
Fact Box
- Molecule name: Dexamethasone.
- Therapeutic class: Anti-inflammatory.
- Pharmacological class: Corticosteroids.
- Indications:
- To reduce inflammation in various diseases of multiple organs.
- To treat inflammatory autoimmune conditions.
- To relieve inflammation and pain in certain types of cancers.