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Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Dexamethasone + Gentamicin without medical advice.
Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Dexamethasone + Gentamicin.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Kidneys?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Liver?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin on the Heart?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is not harmful for the heart.
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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 Dexamethasone + Gentamicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexamethasone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
Taking Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexamethasone + Gentamicin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dexamethasone + Gentamicin with alcohol will be.
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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 Dexamethasone + Gentamicin .
Yes, Dexamethasone + Gentamicin can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, long-term use of Dexamethasone + Gentamicin can cause high blood pressure because Dexamethasone + Gentamicin can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Dexamethasone + Gentamicin is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.
This Dexamethasone + Gentamicin 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.
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