Dexalone Benefits & Uses

Dexalone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Other Benefits

Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)

Dexalone 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: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Take till symptom persist

Dexalone Side Effects

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

Severe

Rash
Difficulty breathing
Joint pain

Moderate

Confusion
Hallucinations

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Nervousness
Drowsiness
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Restlessness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Headache

Dexalone Related Warnings

Is the use of Dexalone safe for pregnant women?

Dexalone can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Dexalone safe during breastfeeding?

Dexalone may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Dexalone on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Dexalone on the Liver?

Dexalone has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dexalone on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Dexalone on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dexalone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Dexalone Contraindications

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

Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Dexalone

Is this Dexalone habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Dexalone cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Dexalone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Dexalone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Dexalone is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dexalone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dexalone

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dexalone, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexalone

Taking Dexalone with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 422-423

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 220