Dexona 0.5mg Strip Of 20 Tablets
Dexona 0.5 MG Description
Dexona tablet is used for the treatment of various inflammatory conditions, allergies, auto-immune conditions. It is also used to manage the symptoms and side effects of certain types of cancer. Dexo
na contains Dexamethasone, a steroid medicine. It works by reducing the formation of inflammation-causing substances in the body. Tab Dexona should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It can be taken with or after food. Dexona should be avoided by pregnant women and should be given to children under medical supervision. You may sometimes experience side effects like depression, increased appetite, indigestion, nervousness, decreased wound healing, mood swings, hallucinations, etc while on treatment with Dexona tablet. Most of the side effects are temporary. However, if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately. Before using tab Dexona inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹3.59 |
You Save | ₹0.49 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Dexamethasone(0.5 Mg) |
Uses | Allergy, swelling, auto-immune disorders |
Side effects | Anxiety, stomach discomforts, insomnia, mood swings |
Therapy | STEROID |
Uses of Dexona 0.5 MG
- Dexona is a steroid medicine used to treat various inflammatory conditions and auto-immune disorders
- For relieving pain and inflammation in different body parts and various conditions, for eaxmple arthritis
- To treat various allergies associated with the skin (eczema, erythroderma) and lung disorders (asthma attack)
- It is also used in cancer therapy to reduce some specific symptoms and side effects to improve the quality of life
Contraindications of Dexona 0.5 MG
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to dexamethasone or any other components of this medicine
Side effects of Dexona 0.5 MG
- The side effects of this tablet are highly dependent on the dose and duration of the treatment. You may experience anxiety, stomach discomforts, insomnia, mood swings, dizziness, and restlessness
- Prolonged use of this medicine can suppress the activity of adrenal glands and induce Cushing's syndrome characterised by a moon face, obesity, and pink-purple stretch marks
- Other side effects are visual disturbances, blood-related disorders, skin reactions, weak immunity, high blood pressure and masking of underlying infections
Precautions and Warnings of Dexona 0.5 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience any skin allergies, rise in blood sugar levels, or you have diabetes
- You experience mood disturbances, fits and other psychiatric problems including suicidal thoughts after taking this medicine
- You experience visual disturbances and eye infections. Upon long term use, there is the probability that you may develop a cataract
- You are elderly or you have a heart problem, high blood pressure and cholesterol, blood clotting problems, liver and kidney diseases
- You are trying to conceive or taking any fertility treatment, discuss with your doctor before taking this medicine, as it can impair the fertility of an individual.
- You have a history of muscle weakness due to steroid therapy or have a condition called myasthenia gravis
- Dexona may cause inflammation and swelling in different parts of your gut like stomach, pancreas and can also cause ulcers
- Children and adolescents consuming steroids should be observed for growth abnormalities as steroids can retard the growth in children
- Dexona makes you more prone for infections, in case you are suffering from an infection like a fungal infection, measles and chickenpox
- You are taking medicines to suppress the immune response, discuss your condition with a doctor
Mode of Action of Dexona 0.5 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Dexona 0.5 MG
- Take Dexona tablet regularly as directed by your doctor
- This medicine should be taken with meal or after eating a meal
- It should be swallowed whole with a sufficient amount of liquid
Interactions of Dexona 0.5 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Contraceptives, when taken with Dexona, can prolong the effect of Dexona tablet
- Antacid medicine containing salts of aluminium and magnesium should be used after a gap of 2-hours with Dexona
- Rifampicin, Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Ephedrine, and Primidone can reduce the effect of Dexona
- Concomitant use of Dexona tablet with antifungal medicines such as Ketoconazole and Itraconazole can increase the effect of Dexona. Variations in blood count can be seen if Dexona is taken with medicines used to treat high blood pressure such as Enalapril and Captopril...
- Digoxin medicines used to treat heart failure when consumed along with with Dexona, reduce the potassium levels in the body
- Dexona can reduce the blood-glucose-lowering action of anti-diabetic medicines
- Dexona can reduce the anticoagulant effect of medicines like Coumarin
- There can be increased the risk of ulcers and bleeding in the digestive tract when painkillers such as Aspirin and Indomethacin are taken with Dexona
- Dexona when taken with muscle relaxants, muscle relaxing effect is prolonged
- Atropine or other medicines used to dilate pupil can increase pressure inside your eyes, if used with Dexona
- Medicines used to suppress immune response such as Cyclosporin can increase the risk of getting infections, if taken along with Dexona
- Dexona should not be consumed within 8 weeks if you have received any live vaccine
Storage and disposal of Dexona 0.5 MG
- Store the tablets at room temperature and away from moisture
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets
Dosage of Dexona 0.5 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Dexona tablet be given to children?
Q: Can diabetic patients use Dexona 0.5Mg tablets?
Q: Can I stop taking Dexona tablet on my own?
Q: What is the meaning of steroid withdrawal?
- When we consume medicines containing steroids, they act as a natural steroid produced in the body
- Adrenal glands responsible for synthesizing steroids reduce its production when you are on steroids. When you stop taking steroids abruptly, it can lead to steroid withdrawal symptoms due to reduced levels of steroids...
- It usually results in common symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, body aches, muscle pain, light-headedness and nausea
Q: Can I take Dexona tablet in high fever?
Q: How to reduce the side effects of Dexona tablet?
- Inform your doctor about any specific side effect that is bothering you
- Your doctor may reduce the dose of your steroid medicine or suggest an alternative route of administration
- Maintain healthy food habits and an active lifestyle
- Taking steroids for too long can affect your bone health. Consult your doctor if you can take Vitamin D and calcium as a supplement
- Never stop taking this medicine abruptly as it can aggravate the side effects. Your doctor will reduce the dose gradually when required
Q: Is Dexona 0.5mg an antibiotic?
Q: Can Dexona tablet cause weight gain?
Q: Is there any side effect of Dexona?
Q: Is Dexona a steroid?
References
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- Dexamethasone tablets and liquid: a medicine used to treat inflammatory conditions and sickness (vomiting) [Internet]. nhs.uk. 2022 [cited 10 May 2022]
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