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Dexonil is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dexonil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Dexonil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Dexonil safe for pregnant women?
Dexonil shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Dexonil safe during breastfeeding?
Dexonil may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dexonil on the Kidneys?
Dexonil can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dexonil on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Dexonil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dexonil on the Heart?
There may be severe side effects of Dexonil on your heart. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
Dexonil 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 Dexonil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dexonil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dexonil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dexonil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dexonil only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Dexonil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Dexonil
There is no information on the effects of taking Dexonil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dexonil
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dexonil with alcohol.
Dexonil works by suppressing body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
Dexonil comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Dexonil.
Take Dexonil as adviced by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Dexonil can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking it.
Yes, use of Dexonil 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.
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