Dexapin Information

Dexapin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. The alternative uses of Dexapin have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Dexapin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Dexapin include Eye Inflammation, Eye irritation, Eye Redness. Usually, these side effects of Dexapin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Dexapin's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Dexapin related warnings talks about Dexapin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Dexapin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions.

Drug reaction of Dexapin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dexapin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Dexapin Benefits & Uses
Dexapin Dosage & How to Take
Dexapin Side Effects
Dexapin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dexapin with Other Drugs
Dexapin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dexapin
Dexapin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dexapin Benefits & Uses

Dexapin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dexapin Dosage & How to Take

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

Dexapin Related Warnings

Is the use of Dexapin safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Dexapin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Dexapin safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Dexapin for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dexapin on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Dexapin on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dexapin on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Dexapin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dexapin on the Heart?

Side effects of Dexapin on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Dexapin with Other Drugs

Dexapin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Topiramate

Dexapin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexapin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis

Frequently asked Questions about Dexapin

Is this Dexapin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dexapin is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Dexapin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dexapin only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dexapin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dexapin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dexapin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dexapin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexapin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dexapin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Dexapin

Dexapin Eye Drop - ₹20
Atropine + Dexamethasone Eye Drop - ₹40

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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