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Dexacort

  • Manufactured by: Kaizen Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Dexamethasone (0.1 %)

Dexacort

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Dexacort Information

Dexacort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Dexacort have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dexacort. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Dexacort include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Some other side effects of Dexacort have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Dexacort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Dexacort's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dexacort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Dexacort is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dexacort are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Dexacort with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dexacort is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

  1. Dexacort Benefits & Uses
  2. Dexacort Dosage & How to Take
  3. Dexacort Side Effects
  4. Dexacort Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Dexacort with Other Drugs
  6. Dexacort Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Dexacort
  8. Dexacort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dexacort Benefits & Uses

Dexacort is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Allergy
  • Asthma
  • Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines
  • Skin Disorders
  • Eye Disorders
  • Nephrotic Syndrome
  • Inflammatory Disease
  • Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
  • Arthritis
  • Anaphylactic Shock

Other Benefits

  • Swelling
  • Lymphoma
  • Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
  • Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • Ear Discharge
  • Swollen Eyes
  • Burning Eyes
  • Uveitis
  • Cushing's Syndrome
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Brain Tumour
  • Lichen Planus
  • Bursitis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Angioedema
  • Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
  • Dermatitis
  • Iritis

Dexacort 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
Adult
  • Disease: Swollen Eyes
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Swollen Eyes
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Swollen Eyes
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Swollen Eyes
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 drop
  • Dosage Route: Ophthalmic
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dexacort Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexacort is used -

Severe

  • इलेक्ट्रोलाइट असंतुलन
  • हड्डी का पतन
  • एलर्जी
  • एडिमा
  • धुंधली दृष्टि
  • पेडू में दर्द
  • हड्डी का फ्रैक्चर
  • मंदनाड़ी
  • दृश्य गड़बड़ी

Moderate

  • ग्लूकोज के स्तर में वृद्धि
  • मोतियाबिंद (और पढ़ें - मोतियाबिंद के घरेलू उपाय)
  • एड्रेनल अपर्याप्तता
  • उच्च रक्तचाप
  • याददाश्त से संबंधित समस्याएं
  • आँख आना (और पढ़ें - आंख आने के घरेलू उपाय)

Mild

  • त्वचा में जलन
  • चक्कर आना (और पढ़ें - चक्कर आने पर करें ये घरेलू उपाय)
  • बुखार (और पढ़ें - बुखार कम करने के घरेलू उपाय)
  • भूख कम लगना

Common

  • त्वचा पर निशान पड़ना
  • खुश्की
  • खुजली या जलन

Dexacort Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Dexacort safe for pregnant women?


    Dexacort has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Dexacort without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Dexacort safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Dexacort may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Dexacort should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Dexacort on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Dexacort. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Dexacort on the Liver?


    Dexacort may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Dexacort on the Heart?


    Effects of Dexacort on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.

    Severe

Severe Interaction of Dexacort with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide
  • Lefno 20 Tablet
  • Lefno 10 Tablet
  • Lefra 20 Tablet
  • Lefra 10 Tablet
Azithromycin
  • Azee 500 Mg Injection
  • Azee XL 200 Mg Dry Syrup
  • Azee XL 100 Mg Dry Syrup 30 ml
  • Azee 500 Mg Tablet (5)
Moxifloxacin
  • Milflox 0.5% Eye Drop
  • Milflox 0.3% Eye Drop
  • Moxiflox Eye Drop
  • Moxisurge D Eye Drop
Fentanyl
  • Fent Injection
  • Trofentyl Injection
  • Fentanyl Transdermal Patch
  • Durogesic 50 Patch
Bupropion
  • Bupron 150 SR Tablet
  • Bupron 100 SR Tablet
  • Zupion SR Tablet
  • Bupron 150 XL Tablet
Primidone
  • Mysoline Tablet
  • Prolet 100 Tablet
  • Prolet 25 Tablet
  • Prolet 50 Tablet
Glimepiride
  • Amaryl MV 2mg Tablet SR
  • Glimiprex MF 2/500 Tablet SR
  • Ziglim Plus 2 Tablet
  • Gluconorm PG 1 Tablet PR
Clotrimazole
  • Abzorb Dusting Powder 100gm
  • Candid Mouth Paint
  • Surfaz SN Cream 10gm
  • Clocip Cream 15gm
Ketoconazole
  • Ketostar Soap
  • Danclear Cream 50gm
  • KZ Soap
  • Zocon KZ Shampoo 60ml
Indapamide
  • Lorvas SR Tablet
  • Tenolol D 50 Mg/1.25 Mg Tablet SR
  • Aten D Tablet
  • Olmy D 20 Tablet SR
Ritonavir
  • Lopimune Tablet (60)
  • Synthivan Tablet
  • Empetus Tablet
  • Ritomune 100 Tablet
Rifampicin
  • Akurit 4 Tablet
  • Forecox Tablet
  • Trac 4 Tablet
  • R Cin 450 Capsule

Moderate

Aspirin
    Benzoyl Peroxide
    • Perobar 5% Soap
    • Minoz BPO Gel
    • Adapero Gel
    • Persol Plus Gel
    Salicylic Acid
    • Folifast Hair Tincture
    • Saslic DS Face Wash
    • Topisal 6% Lotion 30ml
    • Derobin Ointment

    Dexacort Contraindications

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

    • Infections
    • Allergy
    • Myasthenia Gravis
    • Tuberculosis (TB)
    • Liver Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Osteoporosis
    • Depression
    • Cataract
    • Glaucoma
    • Diabetes
    • Drug Allergies

    Frequently asked Questions about Dexacort

    • Is this Dexacort habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Dexacort.

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


      Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Dexacort since it does not cause drowsiness.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


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

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


      No, Dexacort is not used to treat mental disorders.

      No

    Dexacort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Dexacort


      Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dexacort and food will interact.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Dexacort


      It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dexacort and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

      Unknown

    Frequently asked Questions about Dexacort

    Question about 3 years ago

    How long can I safely take Dexacort?

    Dr. Anjum Mujawar MBBS , Diabetology

    Take Dexacort as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

    Question about 3 years ago

    Can Dexacort cause weight gain?

    Dr. Anjum Mujawar MBBS , Diabetology

    Yes, use of Dexacort for long-term can result in weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention which causes weight gain in the patient, if the drug is taken in form of a tablet.

    Question almost 3 years ago

    Can Dexacort cause hiccups?

    Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

    Dexacort if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.

    Question almost 3 years ago

    Is Dexacort a pain-killer?

    Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

    Dexacort is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.

    Question about 3 years ago

    Can I take Dexacort without consulting a doctor?

    Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

    No, Dexacort is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Dexacort suppresses the immune system that causes decreased immunity which can lead to infection to the patient taking it. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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