Dexamethasone Tablets
Formulated to alleviate inflammatory and allergic responses; indicated to target conditions requiring immune suppression.
Strengths: 0.5mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Dexsol; Oradexon
- Therapeutic class
Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
Glucocorticoid
- Contraindications
systemic fungal infection
- Precautions and warnings
do not stop abruptly; may mask infections
- Minor side effects
insomnia; increased appetite
- Moderate side effects
hyperglycaemia; fluid retention; mood changes
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Organon
- Onset Time
rapid
- Duration
short to long term
- Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
aspirin; rifampicin; insulin
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: caution advised.
Serious side effects
adrenal crisis — requires immediate medical attention; mental health changes — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to alleviate inflammatory and allergic responses; indicated to target conditions requiring immune suppression.
Mechanism of action
A potent synthetic corticosteroid. It acts by binding to glucocorticoid receptors, modifying gene expression to suppress inflammatory mediators and inhibit immune system activity.
Dexamethasone Tablets
Formulated to alleviate inflammatory and allergic responses; indicated to target conditions requiring immune suppression.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Dexamethasone
- Listed indication(s): Rheumatoid Arthritis, Asthma, Allergic States, Cerebral Oedema
Available option
- 360 tablets - 0.5 mg1368-0-5-mg-16413