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Osidex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Osidex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Osidex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Osidex include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Osidex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Osidex 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Osidex is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Osidex related warnings talks about Osidex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Osidex 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Osidex contraindications section.
Besides this, Osidex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Osidex is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Osidex 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Osidex is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Osidex safe for pregnant women?
Osidex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Osidex safe during breastfeeding?
Osidex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Osidex on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Osidex. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Osidex on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Osidex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Osidex only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Osidex on the Heart?
Osidex may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
Osidex 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 Osidex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Osidex habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Osidex.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Osidex since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Osidex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Osidex in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Osidex
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Osidex together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Osidex
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Osidex with alcohol.
Yes, Osidex 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, long-term use of Osidex can cause high blood pressure because Osidex can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Yes, use of Osidex 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.
Osidex 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.
Yes, Osidex can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-366
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Decadron® (dexamethasone)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hemady™ (dexamethasone)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Hexadrol® (dexamethasone sodium phosphate)
