Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Information
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Benefits & Uses
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Dosage & How to Take
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Side Effects
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin with Other Drugs
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Benefits & Uses
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is used -
Common
- Eye Inflammation
- Eye irritation
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
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Is the use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin will cause side effects or not.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on kidney, information on safety of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin for kidney is unavailable.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
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What is the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin on the heart, information on safety of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin for the heart is unavailable.
Unknown
Severe Interaction of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin with Other Drugs
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
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Is this Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin habit forming or addictive?
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin does not cause addiction.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
Question about 7 years ago
How long can I safely take Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Take Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin cause weight gain?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Yes, use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin 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 about 7 years ago
What is Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
This Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin cause high blood pressure?
Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician
Yes, long-term use of Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin can cause high blood pressure because Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Question about 7 years ago
When to take Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine
Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin should be ideally taken with food after evening. It has been observed that food has minimal significance in the drug absorption. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
See all substitutes for Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin
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- Dexamethasone + Gatifloxacin Eye Drop - ₹25
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