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Deximon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Deximon also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Deximon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Deximon are Eye Burning, Eye irritation. Such side effects of Deximon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Deximon is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Deximon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Deximon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Deximon in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Infections. Some other conditions that can be affected by Deximon are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Deximon with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Deximon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Deximon 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Deximon is used -
Common
Is the use of Deximon safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Deximon will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Deximon safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Deximon for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Deximon on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Deximon on kidney, information on safety of Deximon for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Deximon on the Liver?
Side effects of Deximon on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Deximon on the Heart?
Information about safety of Deximon for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Deximon 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 Deximon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Deximon habit forming or addictive?
Deximon is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Deximon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Deximon can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Deximon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Deximon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Deximon
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Deximon and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Deximon
Information about the interaction of Deximon and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Deximon does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Deximon. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Take Deximon as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Deximon is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Deximon can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. Deximon is safe to take along with paracetamol if taken as recommended.
Yes, Deximon might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Deximon induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
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